Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.

FRANK HAMMOND DIES AT 66

Tuesday 28 November 1995 00:02 GMT
Comments

Tennis

Frank Hammond, considered the sport's first full-time professional umpire, has died aged 66. He was best known for disqualifying Ilie Nastase during his match against John McEnroe at the 1979 US Open, a decision which prompted a riot in the stands.

Mark Petchey beat Joost Winnink of Holland 6-2 4-6 6-3 to reach the second round of the ATP Challenger in Velenje, Slovenia.

Join our commenting forum

Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies

Comments

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in