10 Facts About Vivian McGrath

Vivian Erzerum Bede McGrath was a tennis champion from Australia.

Vivian McGrath was born in Merrendee, near Mudgee, New South Wales, the fourth child of native Australian parents.

Vivian McGrath went to Sydney Boys High School, graduating in 1932, where he played tennis and cricket.

Vivian McGrath began playing tennis against a brick walk at his home.

Vivian McGrath won the Australian junior singles in 1932 and the French junior singles in 1933.

Vivian McGrath was a member of the Australian Davis Cup team from 1933 to 1937.

Vivian McGrath won the Australian Open doubles championship with his friend Jack Crawford in 1935.

Vivian McGrath was granted leave to play exhibition games against American servicemen.

Vivian McGrath eventually became a coach in the southern highlands and pursued his interest in horse racing.

Vivian McGrath died in Burradoo, New South Wales of heart disease.