 McGrath in 1935. | |
| Full name | Vivian Erzerum Bede McGrath |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) |  Australia |
| Born | 17 February 1916 Merrendee, NSW, Australia |
| Died | 9 April 1978 (aged 62) Burradoo, NSW, Australia |
| Turned pro | Slam debut in 1932 |
| Retired | 1950s |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed both sides) |
| Singles | |
| Highest ranking | No. 8 (1935, A. Wallis Myers)[1] |
| Grand Slam singles results | |
| Australian Open | W (1937) |
| French Open | QF (1935) |
| Wimbledon | QF (1935, 1937) |
| US Open | 4R (1933) |
| Doubles | |
| Grand Slam doubles results | |
| Australian Open | W (1935) |
| French Open | F (1933, 1934, 1935) |
Vivian Erzerum Bede McGrath (17 February 1916 – 9 April 1978) was a tennis champion from Australia. Along with John Bromwich, he was one of the early great players to use a two-handed backhand. His name was pronounced "McGraw".
- ^ "Moody, Perry Rated Tops By British Expert", Reading Eagle, 17 October 1935.