1927 International Lawn Tennis Challenge Explained

The 1927 International Lawn Tennis Challenge was the 22nd edition of what is now known as the Davis Cup. 21 teams entered the Europe Zone, while 4 entered the America Zone. Yugoslavia and Greece competed for the first time, while Germany returned to the competition for the first time since 1914.

France defeated Japan in the Inter-Zonal play-off. The French defeated the United States, capturing their first championship, and ending the USA's 6-year run. The final was played at the Germantown Cricket Club in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States on 8–10 September.^{[1] [2]}

America Zone

Final

Canada vs. Japan

Europe Zone

Final

Denmark vs. France

Inter-Zonal Final

France vs. Japan

Challenge Round

United States vs. France

See also

• 1927 Wightman Cup

External links

• Davis Cup official website

Notes and References

1. Book: Bud Collins. The Bud Collins History of Tennis. 2010. New Chapter Press. [New York]. 978-0942257700. 495–506. 2nd.
2. News: David J. Walsh. Two 'Bills' Fall Before French Tennis Stars. The Miami News. September 11, 1927. 1, 11.