Where are the Wayne Gretzkys of tennis?
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Peter Burwash, originally from Brockville, Ontario, is a successful tennis commentator and promoter. He says Canadian tennis players need more encouragement and better facilities to compete internationally. He cites the new Montreal, Quebec, tennis center as a step in the right direction.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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The ageless lore of the long ball
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Arthur Patterson popularized the expression 'tape-measure jobs' when referring to baseballs that are hit a long distance in home runs. He made the remark in 1953 after a home run hit by Mickey Mantle. The expression has been used since that time to denote very long distance hits.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1993
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