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February 12, 2012

Sports Trivia – Q.6

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Written by: NCJ
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He served as the US Secretary of War (1925-29) and later the Governor General of Philippines (1929-32).

His contributions are memorable however in another field. As one of the four members of a team from Harvard University, he designed something in 1899 that has become a tradition in the sport. Who/What?

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Dwight F. Davis who conceptualized the Davis Cup, and also funded and designed the trophy.

Inspiration: Infinite Zounds by J. Ramanand. A question a day.


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NCJ
Only known Spurs fan in India, swears he has stood by them since Ginola days.  Indulged in a number of sporting pursuits, but earned most fame playing hostel football. Never felt he was part of the game at the bigger stage, but feels that it gets explained by his playing position: Left Out.




 
 

 
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