About James Bayley
Lived 1899 – 1981 (aged 81–82). James Bayley was an Australian tennis player.
John Bayley (15 November 1899 – 17 October 1981) was an Australian male tennis player who represented Australian in the Olympic Games. He competed in the singles event at the 1924 Summer Olympics, reaching the third round in which he lost to Brian Gilbert. With compatriot James Willard he competed in the men's doubles event and reached the second round.
He competed in the 1924 Wimbledon Championships and reached the third round in the singles event and lost in the first round of the doubles and mixed doubles event.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was James Bayley?
Australian tennis player
When was James Bayley born?
James Bayley was born on 4 November 1899 in Dubbo.
When did James Bayley die?
James Bayley died in 1981.
What was James Bayley's occupation?
James Bayley was a tennis player.
What nationality was James Bayley?
James Bayley was Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: James Bayley (tennis)
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