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Newspaper
Sydney Referee
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1924
Page
8
Readable excerpts recount Bayley’s strong play at Wimbledon with Bayley defeating opponents in prior matchups while Bayley’s condition faltered. The piece notes Willard and others, including Brenske, as contenders, detailing drives, sets, and performances across the tournament.
The article recounts a tense day of tennis with Lacoste defeating Alonso in a decisive third set 25-12 after two tight early frames. It notes Bayley’s strong performance, Worman Brenkes’ emergence, and a dramatic backdrop of other matches highlighting Willard, Washers, and Brackers in a packed slate, with injuries and cramps affecting several players and a focus on Lacoste as a standout.
The report details Hagen's dramatic near-miss at the British Open with late-round rallies and a pivotal putt that shifted momentum. It highlights performances by Campbell of Leura and other amateurs, plus Riverina and Western District golf events, noting course records and standout rounds amid a packed championship scene.
This excerpt chronicles Pat Barrity and the Australian turf scam scene, detailing alleged horse racing corruption at Marsh’s Stable, Mexican Belle, and a Doncaster race scheme. It covers claims of police bribery, the laundering of winnings, and the author’s complicity as a principal in the scheme while hinting at larger conspiracies in wartime Australia and New Zealand racing.
Fragmented report from a golf event at Aubtnalian Golf Club detailing players, scores, and card readings. Includes references to Topper and Clark with distorted names, partial scoring, and course conditions. overall readability is low but centers on round results and performance notes.
Charles A. Waltcombe sets a remarkable golf record with a £300 prize and gold medal in The Professional Golfers Association England event. He breaks the course record with a seven under par score, tied second place for the Open, and is highlighted alongside contemporaries George Dun and Len Molland.
A fragmented report hints at a local amateur champion event. Names and places are unreadable, but the piece references a contested bout and a questionable ticketing incident. The readable bits mention competition, stakes, and a suspicious outcome.
Fragmented text suggests a French tennis team for Australia. Names such as Lenglen Boroten Brunnon Cowie appear unclear. The piece mentions potential travel to Australia in December and references other nations, with uncertainty about Lenglen joining the tour.
Reports from The Australias show Olympic hopefuls Chariton Charlton and Frank Beauregaire in training for the 1500 and 1000 metre events. Chariton is praised for form with cables noting potential world records while Beauregaire eyes a strong Olympic showing as Australia bids for medals.
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