A day in the life at the University of Pretoria. 17 July 1974

On this "Day in the life of the University of Pretoria" the UP tennis team played against Tennis Club Milano.

Perdeby 17 July 1974 © UP Archives

This was only the second time in history that the Tukkie tennis team traveled to Europe. Eight female and 8 male players played in the European matches. On 17 July the Tukkie team beat Milano  12 -10. Players that played and won their matches on this day included Ruan Kruger, Marias Genis, Linda Vosloo, Theronnie Theron, Elize du Toit, Lindsey Morse  and Carl Kruger.

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