Harold Throckmorton
 | |
| Full name | Harold A. Throckmorton |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) |
 United States |
| Born |
April 12, 1897 Elizabeth, New Jersey, USA |
| Died | November 1973 |
| Plays | Right–handed (one-handed backhand) |
| Singles | |
| Grand Slam Singles results | |
| US Open | QF (1917) |
| Doubles | |
| Grand Slam Doubles results | |
| US Open | W (1917) |
Harold A. Throckmorton (April 12, 1897 – May 1958) was an American tennis player in the early 20th century.
Biography
He was born on April 12, 1897 in Elizabeth, New Jersey.
He played intercollegiate tennis for Princeton.[1] He was champion of the state of New Jersey.[2] In 1917 he won the men's doubles titles at the U.S. National Championships with Fred Alexander.
In 1918 he served in the artillery in the United States Army. After the war he became a businessman. He died on May 1958.
Grand Slam finals
Doubles (1 title)
| Outcome | Year | Championship | Surface | Partner | Opponents | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winner | 1917 | US Championships | Grass | .svg.png){kind=small} Fred Alexander | Harry Johnson Irving Wright | 11–9, 6–4, 6–4 |
References
- ↑ "Many Surprises in Junior Tennis" (PDF). The New York Times. September 16, 1914. Retrieved May 8, 2012.
- ↑ "Kynaston beaten by Throckmorton" (PDF). The New York Times. July 7, 1919. Retrieved May 8, 2012.
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