Norman Brookes
Australian tennis player and champion
Born
November 14th, 1877
147 years ago
Died
1968
57 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Australia
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Competed in tennis during the early 20th century, achieving significant success in both singles and doubles events. Won the men's singles title at the Australian Open in 1911 and paired with partner Anthony Wilding to capture the men's doubles title at Wimbledon in 1914. The performance in these tournaments established a strong competitive legacy in Australian tennis.
Won the 1911 Australian Open men's singles title
Claimed the 1914 Wimbledon men's doubles title
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