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Four Musketeers

French tennis players

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The "Four Musketeers" were a group of four French tennis players who dominated the sport in the 1920s and early 1930s. These players were Jean Borotra, Henri Cochet, René Lacoste, and Jacques Brugnon.12

The "Musketeers" were instrumental in establishing French dominance in world tennis during this era. They collectively helped France secure the Davis Cup for six consecutive years, from 1927 to 1932. While all four were accomplished singles players, they were particularly renowned for their success in doubles competitions. Brugnon, Cochet, and Borotra all achieved significant victories in doubles at Wimbledon and the French Championships. In recognition of their contributions to the sport, the "Four Musketeers" were inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1976.12

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  1. Jacques Brugnon
  2. Henri Cochet

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