William Marshall (tennis)
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W.C. Marshall lost the very first Wimbledon final (1877) to Spencer Gore
6–1, 6–2, 6–4.
Marshall was a defensive player that was no match for the aggressive Gore in the 50 minute final. There was a formally dressed crowd of about 200 who paid a shilling each to stand and watch; there were no bleachers. A field of 22 competitors assembled to play and had to finish by
Thursday because an important cricket match was scheduled for Friday.
Spencer Gore
Spencer William Gore was an English cricketer who played for Surrey County Cricket Club in 1874 and 1875 and a tennis player who won the first Wimbledon Championships in 1877.-Early years:...
6–1, 6–2, 6–4.
Marshall was a defensive player that was no match for the aggressive Gore in the 50 minute final. There was a formally dressed crowd of about 200 who paid a shilling each to stand and watch; there were no bleachers. A field of 22 competitors assembled to play and had to finish by
Thursday because an important cricket match was scheduled for Friday.
Runner-ups (1)
| Year | Championship | Opponent in Final | Score in Final |
| 1877 | Wimbledon The Championships, Wimbledon The Championships, Wimbledon, or simply Wimbledon , is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, considered by many to be the most prestigious. It has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London since 1877. It is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, the other three Majors... |
 Spencer Gore |
6–1, 6–2, 6–4 |