Peter Dawes, the professional of the University Tennis Club, tends to one of the rackets used in the ancient game that has been played in Oxford for over 350 years. - Vintage Photograph

Peter Dawes, the professional of the University Tennis Club, is seen maintaining one of the rackets used in the ancient game of Tennis, which has been played in Oxford since the time of Shakespeare. The game has been played at the same spot for over 350 years, and the court, measuring 93ft. by 33ft., is the second oldest in the country. The racket's odd shape is said to represent the gloved hand used in the game during medieval times. Peter is responsible for keeping the court in first-class condition, and his task includes sweeping the area, maintaining the showers and changing rooms, and refurbishing the premises. Peter Dawes, the professional of the University Tennis Club, is seen maintaining one of the rackets used in the ancient game of Tennis, which has been played in Oxford since the time of Shakespeare. The game has been played at the same spot for over 350 years, and the court, measuring 93ft. by 33ft., is the second oldest in the country. The racket's odd shape is said to represent the gloved hand used in the game during medieval times. Peter is responsible for keeping the court in first-class condition, and his task includes sweeping the area, maintaining the showers and changing rooms, and refurbishing the premises.

Dimensions: 19.1 x 24.6 cm

IMS SKU: SCAN-NQOX-04925339

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