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2026 (67th) AGM - change to Guest Speaker
Posted:
26 February 2026
We are thrilled to confirm that Jamie Baker will now be our guest speaker.
Jamie, from Glasgow, is a former British No. 2, a member of our Davis Cup team and won many titles both home and abroad. After retiring from tennis in 2013, Jamie moved into Corporate Finance and the media. In 2018 he joined Wimbledon as the Head of Tennis Relations moving on to his current role as Head of Professional Tennis and Tournament Director.
The schedule for Monday evening will be different to normal, with Anne introducing Jamie and conducting a Q&A before dinner, starting at 7:15pm and with dinner at around 8pm.
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AGM / Annual Dinner
Posted:
20 February 2026
A polite reminder for Club members that our AGM and Annual Dinner will be held at Richmond Golf Club on 2nd March 2026. The application deadline date of Monday 16th February has been extended so please contact Anne Clark directly and as soon as possible if you would like to attend the AGM and/or Dinner.
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Paris Jean Bouin - August 2026
Posted:
11 February 2026
We are pleased to announce that our much-anticipated return match against PARIS JEAN BOUIN has been scheduled for the weekend of 28-30 August 2026 in Paris.
The matches will be held on the prestigious VIP courts of Roland Garros, which are renowned clay courts used by professional players for practice during tournaments.
For more information and to indicate your interest in taking part please visit our International Fixtures page.
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Scottish Seniors Open Indoor - Glasgow (2-8 Feb, Scotstoun)
Posted:
9 February 2026
There was definitely an international flavour this year with many European players taking part and winning events. However, congratulations to Boyd Brackstone who took the MS75 title by beating fellow Club member Rennie Johnston in the final. Boyd then teamed-up with regular doubles partner Jasper Cooper to win the MD70 title. Recognition too for Mike Harpin & Andrew Hutchinson (MD55), Hazel Middleton (WD55) and Sally Walker (WD65) who reached finals.
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Notice of 67th AGM followed by Chair & Members' Annual Dinner
Posted:
30 January 2026
Our Club's 67th AGM will be held on Monday 2nd March 2026 commencing 6:30pm at The Richmond Golf Club (TW10 7AS). The AGM is followed by our Chair & Members' Annual Dinner at approx. 7:30pm. This year's guest speaker will be announced in due course.
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Condolences - Anne Straker
Posted:
17 January 2026
It is with great sadness that we learnt of the death last week of Anne Straker, wife of former Committee Member and Club stalwart David Straker who passed away in 2021. Anne was an enthusiastic supporter and regular attendee at Club functions and events over the years, especially with David. She will be fondly and respectfully remembered by all who knew.
Our sincere condolences go to Heather, Richard and their families.
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2025 Annual Newsletter
Posted:
12 January 2026
The Club's 2025 Annual Newsletter is now available to view - Member Area/Annual Newsletters.
To access you will need to have created a website account.
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Norwegian Match 2026 - dates and location
Posted:
15 December 2025
We are thrilled to announce the 2026 match against our friends from Norway will be held at Surbiton Racket & Fitness Club, Greater London from 4th - 6th June. Alongside the tennis there will be an opportunity to play Padel and also visit wonderful Hampton Court to see King Henry VIII's favourite sport of Real Tennis in action. Please contact Jim Whittaker or Mandy Spicer to indicate your interest in participating. More information is available on our Member Area/International Fixtures Page.
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Men's match against The Army Masters
Posted:
8 December 2025
Our men's team were out manoeuvred by The Army Masters in this annual fixture at the Aldershot Tennis Centre. We lost 1 1/2 - 5 1/2 in our last competitive match of the season.
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Defeat against the Dutch - but only just!
Posted:
7 December 2025
A strong Dutch representative team just pipped our Club in a high quality match played in Doorn, Netherlands. We lost the match 14 - 16 but even though it goes down as a loss on paper it was definitely a win-win overall as both teams enjoyed great tennis played in a competitive yet friendly atmosphere. Thank you to our Dutch hosts for their superb hospitality and congenial nature. We look forward to next year's match back on home turf.
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Win for men's team against UKAF Masters
Posted:
30 November 2025
A fine late-November win for our men's team against the UKAF Masters at Halton. An impressive display led to a 5-1 (rubbers) victory against combative opposition. We won all 5 tie-breaks played so potentially the score could have been a lot closer. As usual, the post-match tea provided an opportunity to discuss all the 'should have/could have' rallies. Once again, we extend our thanks to Club member Bill Herlihy of UKAF for his brilliant organisation of this fixture.
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Ladies draw in 4 Pair match at The Limpsfield Club
Posted:
25 November 2025
Our ladies enjoyed a wonderful day of tennis under a sparkling sun at The Limpsfield Club. The first time we've played this fixture and a 4-4 draw resulted. Thank you to Limpsfield for their excellent hospitality and post-match refreshments - a lovely, well-run club with great facilities. Special thanks to Mary Greenham who organised the fixture. We look forward to next season.
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