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Yvon Petra playing tennis
Yvon Petra (1916-1984), French tennis player, winning the Mens Singles World Championship in 1946 at Wimbledon. He defeated the Australian Geoffrey Brown in the finals
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1946 Championship Finals Petra Player Racket Singles Tennis Wimbledon Winning Yvon
18x24 inch Poster Print
"Bring the historic moments of tennis to your walls with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image features Yvon Petra, the French tennis champion, triumphantly holding the Mens Singles World Championship trophy at Wimbledon in 1946. Petra, known for his grace and skill, defeated Geoffrey Brown in the final match, marking a significant moment in tennis history. Our high-quality poster prints, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, capture the essence and drama of this iconic moment. Add a touch of sports history and elegance to your home or office decor with this stunning poster print."
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases the historic moment when French tennis player Yvon Petra (1916-1984) triumphantly lifts the Mens Singles World Championship trophy at Wimbledon in 1946. Petra, dressed in the elegant tennis attire of the era, stands proudly with his racket raised high, a beaming smile gracing his face. His opponent, Australian Geoffrey Brown, can be seen in the background, looking on with a mix of admiration and defeat. Yvon Petra's victory at Wimbledon in 1946 marked a significant milestone in the history of tennis. Having made it to the finals the previous year, Petra was determined to claim the title for France. In a thrilling five-set match, he defeated Brown in a grueling battle that lasted over three hours. Petra's win came during a time when Europe was still recovering from the devastating effects of World War II, making his triumph all the more meaningful. Petra's tennis career spanned over two decades, during which he won numerous titles and set many records. His victory at Wimbledon in 1946 remains one of his most memorable achievements, cementing his place in the annals of tennis history. This photograph captures the essence of a bygone era in sports, and serves as a testament to the enduring spirit of competition and the indomitable human will to succeed.
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