His career lasted from 1888 until his death in 1905 .
Harold Segerson Mahony ( 13 February 1867 -- 27 June 1905 ) was a Scottish - born Irish tennis player who is best known for winning the singles title at the Wimbledon Championships in 1896 .
Harold Segerson Mahony 's career lasted from 1888 until his death in 1905 .
Harold Segerson Mahony ( 13 February 1867 -- 27 June 1905 ) was a Scottish - born Irish tennis player who is best known for winning the singles title at the Wimbledon Championships in 1896 .