Background
He was born in Merrendee, near Mudgee, New South Wales, the fourth child of native Australian parents.
He was born in Merrendee, near Mudgee, New South Wales, the fourth child of native Australian parents.
Along with John Bromwich, he was one of the first great players to use a two-handed backhand. His name was pronounced "McGraw". His father was a hotelkeeper.
He went to Sydney Boys High School, graduating in 1932, where he played tennis and cricket.
McGrath was ranked World Number. 8 in 1935 by A. Wallis Myers of The Daily Telegraph.
World World War II interrupted his career, and he served in the Air Force. He was granted leave to play exhibition games against American servicemen.
After the War, he never regained his form and was plagued by injuries.
He eventually became a coach in the southern highlands and pursued his interest in horse racing. He died in Burradoo, New South Wales of heart disease. Singles: (1 title)
Doubles: (1 title, 5 runners-up).
He was a member of the Australian Davis Cup team from 1933 to 1937.