1920 International Lawn Tennis Challenge
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The 1920 finals, U.S. against Australia, "Little Bill" Johnston serving, "Big Bill" Tilden at the net, Gerald Patterson and Norman Brookes receiving
The 1920 International Lawn Tennis Challenge was the 15th edition of what is now known as the Davis Cup. The Netherlands joined the competition for the first time. "Big" Bill Tilden and "Little" Bill Johnston made their debut for the United States, and would not lose a rubber the entire tournament. In the challenge round, they reclaimed the cup from Australia. The final was played at the Domain Cricket Club in Auckland, New Zealand on 30 December - 1 January, 1921.
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[edit] Playoff
[edit] Draw
[edit] Semifinal
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[edit] Challenge round
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