The Garden Tennis club in Cabourg, France, will host a series of commemorative events on September 26, 2026, to mark the 100th anniversary of the city hosting the Davis Cup quarterfinals. The celebration, organized by the City of Cabourg and the Garden Tennis Club association, honors the 1926 victory of the French “Four Musketeers” over Great Britain, an event that established the venue’s place in French tennis history.
Belle Époque Tournament and 1920s Recreations
From 14:00 to 16:30 local time, the Garden Tennis will hold a “Belle Époque” tournament designed to recreate the atmosphere of the 1920s. According to Cabourg Mayor Emmanuel Porcq, participants will play in white attire using vintage wooden rackets and white balls. The Mayor stated that these specific requirements aim to mirror the environment that defined the great tennis meetings in Cabourg, as the Garden Tennis facility itself was constructed in the Belle Époque style.
The event organizers described the tournament as a way for players to step into the roles of the “Four Musketeers.” While the main event is open to the public, the tournament and the evening festivities require advance registration through the club.
Honoring the Four Musketeers
A formal ceremony will take place at 17:30 to officially name the courts at the Garden Tennis in honor of the legendary French champions: René Lacoste, Henri Cochet, Jean Borotra, and Jacques Brugnon. This initiative is intended to permanently remind visitors and players of the role these athletes played in French sports history and the specific link between Cabourg and their success.
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Family representatives of the champions will attend the ceremony, including Philippe Lacoste, the grandson of René Lacoste, and Christophe Cochet, the son of Henri Cochet.
Expert Commentary and Historical Exhibits
Patrice Hagelauer, a former French player and coach, will be present to provide commentary on a photographic exhibition. Hagelauer brings extensive Davis Cup experience, having participated in more than 20 campaigns with the French team and contributing to the 1991 victory over the United States. He also served as the coach for Yannick Noah during Noah’s 1983 Roland-Garros title win and previously held the role of National Technical Director for the French Tennis Federation.
The historical programming includes a photographic walk starting at 16:30, utilizing archive documents provided by Dr. Henriet to illustrate the evolution of the sport and the club.
Family Activities and Closing Festivities
The venue will offer various free animations starting at 14:00, including tennis initiations for adults and children, wooden games, and bowling inspired by early 20th-century leisure activities. These activities are open to all visitors at no cost.
The anniversary will conclude with a “white dinner” starting at 18:30. Guests are asked to wear immaculate white clothing for a meal-concert performed by the group Les Jazzdiniers. The cost for the dinner is 35 euros per person, with reservations managed by the Garden Tennis club.
Event Schedule Summary
| Time | Activity | Access |
|---|---|---|
| 14:00 – 16:30 | Belle Époque Tournament & Initiations | Registration Required / Free |
| 16:30 | Photographic Archive Walk | Free |
| 17:30 | Court Naming Ceremony | Free |
| 18:30 | White Dinner & Concert | 35€ (Reservation Required) |
The centennial celebrations take place at the Garden Tennis, located at 1 Avenue Charles de Gaulle, 14390 Cabourg. For those unable to attend, the club and the city of Cabourg continue to maintain the legacy of the 1926 quarterfinals as a cornerstone of the region’s sporting identity.
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