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1925, The Centre Court at the New Wimbledon, R Lacoste v J Borotra (b / w photo)
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1925, The Centre Court at the New Wimbledon, R Lacoste v J Borotra (b / w photo)
3623387 1925, The Centre Court at the New Wimbledon, R Lacoste v J Borotra (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1925, The Centre Court at the New Wimbledon, R Lacoste v J Borotra. Illustration for Fifty Years of Wimbledon by A Wallis Myers (1926).); © Look and Learn
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This print takes us back to the iconic Centre Court at the New Wimbledon in 1925. The intense match between R Lacoste and J Borotra is frozen in time, capturing a moment of pure athleticism and determination. The players are locked in a fierce battle, their concentration evident as they strategize each move. The ball hangs suspended mid-air, seemingly defying gravity for just an instant before it meets the racket with incredible force. It's a snapshot that encapsulates the essence of tennis - precision, agility, and skill. Taken by an English photographer from the 20th century, this photograph has found its place in a private collection. Its historical significance is further emphasized by its inclusion as an illustration in "Fifty Years of Wimbledon" by A Wallis Myers (1926). Look closely at this remarkable image and you can almost hear the cheers from the crowd echoing through time. The atmosphere on Centre Court is palpable; anticipation fills every corner as spectators hold their breaths during this pivotal moment. As we admire this piece of artistry captured through photography, let us appreciate not only the technical prowess behind it but also recognize how sports have always had a way of uniting people across generations. This image serves as a reminder that even after all these years, tennis remains timeless - forever etched into our collective memory as one of humanity's most beloved games.
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