Herbert Bowes-Lyon (15 August 1860 – 14 April 1897) was a Scottish tennis player and barrister, and uncle of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, mother of Queen Elizabeth II. He was a quarter finalist in the men's singles at the 1887 Wimbledon Championships, and a two time finalist at the Scottish Championships (1886, 1888). Herbert played 8 consecutive seasons from 1882 to 1888, and won 8 singles titles.
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15 August 1860 Glamis Castle, Angus, Scotland
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Died |
14 April 1897 (aged 36) Bordighera, Imperia, Liguria, Italy
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Zodiac | Leo |
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