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When did Trumble's early struggle begin?
Early in the 1889-90 Australian season, Trumble endured a period where he was not able to take wickets consistently.
What happened after this?
Noting his anxiety while playing, a friend offered him a beer during the lunch break to revive his spirits.

Question: Did this owrk?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Hugh Trumble worked off his struggle?