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3 unusual facts about Alexander Obolensky


Eric Tindill

The match is most famous for the two tries scored by England's Alexander Obolensky - the son of a Russian émigré prince, playing in his first Test - and England beat New Zealand for the first time, 13-0.

Peter Cranmer

In 1936 he was a member of the English team which defeated New Zealand for the first time and helped to set up Alexander Obolensky's famous tries.

Rosslyn Park F.C.

The clubhouse has 2 bars, which are named after 2 of the club's famous players - Andy Ripley and Alexander Obolensky.



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