Age53
CountryGermany
Residence Monte Carlo, Monaco
Turned Pro1984
His influence on the sport stretched far beyond his homeland.
Given its unique structural elements, grasping the event's significance isn't always easy.
The indictment lists his 1985 and 1989 Wimbledon trophies, plus his Aussie Open hardware.
The combination of a competitive brain and athletic brawn is what made Becker a champion.