About Jean-Claude Roques
Born 1943. Jean-Claude Roques is a French rugby union player.
Jean-Claude Roques (born 19 March 1943) is a French former international rugby union player.
Roques was born in Brive-la-Gaillarde and spent his entire rugby career with local side CA Brive. His father was also involved with CA Brive, working as a cashier at the club's stadium.
A fly-half, Roques is remembered as one of the pioneers of the kick pass and was capped four times for France. He made all of his international appearances in 1966, beginning with two Five Nations matches, then away fixtures against Italy and Romania. The following year, Roques made the squad for a tour of South Africa, but didn't add to his caps.
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Who is Jean-Claude Roques?
French rugby union player
When was Jean-Claude Roques born?
Jean-Claude Roques was born on 19 March 1943 in Brive-la-Gaillarde.
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Jean-Claude Roques is a rugby union player.
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Jean-Claude Roques is French.
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