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Aces and Places
Author: Harry Hopman
Hardcover with dust jacket. Good condition. First edition (1957)
Aces and Places by Harry Hopman is a lively memoir that blends sport, travel, and personal reflection from one of Australia’s most influential tennis figures. In the book, Hopman recounts his experiences as both a player and, more notably, as the long-time captain of Australia’s Australia Davis Cup team, which he led to numerous victories during the mid-20th century. He shares behind-the-scenes stories of international tennis tours, offering insights into the personalities of leading players, the pressures of competition, and the camaraderie that defined the sport in its amateur era.
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