Gerald_Oakley

Gerry Oakley

Gerry Oakley

British tennis player

Gerald Oakley (born 25 July 1933) is a British former tennis player.

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Born in Purley, Surrey, Oakley was a tall bespectacled player, active on tour from the 1940s to 1960s.[1]

Oakley, a mixed doubles finalist at the 1949 French Championships, represented the Great Britain Davis Cup team in 1953 and 1953. He won both of his singles rubbers, including a five-set match against Wimbledon champion Bob Falkenburg of Brazil.[2]

Grand Slam finals

Mixed doubles (1 runner-up)

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References

  1. [1]
    "Sport--and those who make it". The Sun. No. 12, 417. New South Wales, Australia. 14 November 1949. p. 22 (Late Final Extra) – via National Library of Australia.
  2. [2]
    "Britain wins Cup round". The Herald. No. 24016. Victoria, Australia. 18 May 1954. p. 22 – via National Library of Australia.
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