Sportsmanship Collection

England captain Billy Wright shakes hands with Italy captain Riccardo Carapellese in 1949 +
Football - 1949 / 1950 International Friendly - England 2 Italy 0 Billy Wright, England captain, and Carapellese, Italys captain shaking hands before the international kicked off at White Hart Lane

Cartoon titled 'Barbarians at Play'
5309161 Cartoon titled 'Barbarians at Play'; (add.info.: Cartoon titled 'Barbarians at Play'. John Bull comments that football should be a gentleman's game)

Fred Perry (right) walks out onto the centre court with his opponent Jack Crawford (left) of Australia for the 1934 Mens Wimbledon Final

Fred Perry (GB) shakes hands with his opponent George Lott (USA at the Wimbledon Mens Quarterfinals 1934 Fred Perry won 6-4 2-6 7-5 10-8 Fred Perry won Wimbledon in 1934, 1935)

Cilly Aussem and Hilde Krahwinkel at Wimbledon
Cilly Aussem (1909-1963) had just won the women's singles final at Wimbledon - becoming the first German competitor, male or female, to win a singles title there

Sticker for the American Tennis Association owned by Althea Gibson, late 20th century
In 1956 Althea Gibson (1927-2003) became the first African-American to win a Grand Slam title (the French Championships). The following year she won both Wimbledon and the US Nationals

Fred Perry (Right - GB) shakes hands with John Van Ryn (Left - USA) after Fred Perry beat him in the Third Round of the The Mens Wimbledon Championship. 4-6 6-1 6-3 10-8 Picture taken 27th June 1935

Fred Perry (Right - GB) plays a low back hand at the net against John Van Ryn (Left - USA) Fred Perry won the third round match of the The Mens Wimbledon Championship

Fred Perry (right) and Gottfried von Cramm (left) of Germany shake hands at the net after the Mens Wimbledon finals. Fred Perry won the final 6-1, 6-1, 6-0 Fred Perry won Wimbledon in 1934

Liverpool manager Bill Shankly goes forward to congratulate the Arsenal players as they walk up to collect the trophy after their victory in the 1971 FA Cup Final at Wembley. 8th May 1971

The Liverpool team are given a guard of honour in tribute to their title winning success ahead of the League Division One match against Stoke City at Anfield

European Cup Semi Final First leg match at the Rheinstadion, Dusseldorf. Borussia Moenchengladbach 2 v Liverpool 1. Liverppol captain Emlyn Hughes shakes hands with Moenchengladbach captain Berti

England v Scotland international football match at Wembley Stadium. England captain Bobby Moore shakes hands with Denis Law at the end of the match which finished 2-2 after England let a 2-0 lead

Liverpool manager Bill Shankly on his way tp the dressing room following his sides 2-1 FA Cup semi final victory over local rivals Everton at Old Trafford

Liverpool are all but champions of England following their 2-0 victory over close rivals Leeds United at Anfield. Liverpool manager Bill Shankly congratulated by Leeds manager Don Revie in

Players walk off the pitch at the end of the Wales v France five nation championship match held at Cardiff Arms Park. Wales won 20-0 to clinch the championship and the Grand Slam - 25th March 1950

Manchester United footballer George Best with a football boot in his hand, walks to shake hands with Burnley full back Fred Smith after the FA Cup fifth round victory

World Cup Semi Final match at Wembley Stadium. England 2 v Portugal 1. Englands goal scoring hero Bobby Charlton is congratulated by Portuguese star Eusebio after the match as England reach their

Water Polo riot at 1932 Los Angeles Olympics
A page from the Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News, reporting on a riot at the water polo during the 1932 Los Angeles Olympic Games

Skeletal Handshake C017 / 3524
Composited Plates from an 18th century encyclopedia showing two human skeletons shaking hands. A handshake is a short ritual in which two people grasp one of each others like hands

Group portrait of notable figures in attendance at the annual luncheon of the Sportsmanship Brotherhood in New York
SPORTS LUNCHEON, 1930. Group portrait of notable figures in attendance at the annual luncheon of the Sportsmanship Brotherhood in New York City, 29 December 1930, including (seated) Fielding Yost

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"Sportsmanship: A Timeless Display of Respect and Integrity" In 1949, England captain Billy Wright set a remarkable example as he graciously shook hands with Italy captain Riccardo Carapellese, transcending the boundaries of competition. The world of boxing witnessed an extraordinary display when Henry Cooper and Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) fought for the World Heavyweight Boxing title. Despite their fierce rivalry, they showed mutual respect and admiration. Wimbledon has been a stage for countless acts throughout history. Cilly Aussem and Hilde Krahwinkel's graceful exchange on the court exemplified fair play and camaraderie. Fred Perry, a true embodiment of sportsmanship, walked onto the center court with his opponent Jack Crawford in a gesture that symbolized respect for one another's abilities. Althea Gibson's ownership of the American Tennis Association sticker in the late 20th century showcased her trailblazing spirit while promoting inclusivity and unity within tennis. However, not all moments were devoid of controversy. The water polo riot at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics serves as a reminder that maintaining good sportsmanship is crucial even amidst heated competition. Returning to tennis, Fred Perry continued to inspire through his actions on and off the court. He gracefully shook hands with John Van Ryn after their intense match, proving that true champions value respect above all else. Another poignant moment occurred when Fred Perry played a low backhand at the net against John Van Ryn - an act showcasing both skillful athleticism and unwavering fairness. Fred Perry's encounters extended beyond national rivalries; he displayed exemplary sportsmanship by shaking hands with opponents like George Lott from different countries – emphasizing unity through sport. Not limited to individual matches alone, Fred Perry also demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship alongside Gottfried von Cramm from Germany during their encounter at Wimbledon. Their handshake symbolized friendship triumphing over any political tensions. Sportsmanship extends beyond players to managers as well.