Björn Borg

Björn Borg was a Swedish tennis player who became the first from his country to reach the number one ranking in the world. He had a total of 109 weeks at the top spot and was known for his powerful two-handed backhand and balletic footwork.

Tennis Player

June 6, 1956

Gemini

68

Stockholm, Sweden

Björn Borg, a Swedish former tennis player born on June 6, 1956, in Stockholm, is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. He gained prominence in the late 1970s and early 1980s, securing 11 Grand Slam singles titles, including six French Open championships and five consecutive Wimbledon victories. Borg’s exceptional performance on the court, coupled with his good looks and shy demeanor, made him the first superstar and sex symbol of the Open era, often likened to the Beatles. He held the top spot in the FedEx ATP Rankings for 46 weeks and was the year-end No. 1 in 1979 and 1980.

Borg also founded a successful fashion brand called Björn Borg, which specializes in underwear, sports apparel, and fashion accessories. The brand has become particularly popular in Sweden and the Netherlands, where he is regarded as a national hero.

Some of Borg’s other notable accomplishments include reaching the Wimbledon quarterfinals at the age of 17 in 1973 and contributing to Sweden’s first Davis Cup victory. As the first Swedish tennis player to achieve the world number one ranking, Borg spent a total of 109 weeks at the top. His legacy as one of the greatest tennis players endures, and he remains a respected figure in the sport.