Really nice BBC internet picture of Bjorn Borg and his interesting-looking lady friend at Wimbledon for the men's semi-finals today.
Still remember Borg's five singles titles at Wimbledon between 1976 and 1980, especially the five-set battles against the big-serving Roscoe Tanner in 1979 and John McEnroe in 1980. Also remember McEnroe gaining revenge in four sets the year after.
This all seems a lifetime away now, but I can still remember Borg with his trademark fair-haired locks and headband on, hitting from the baseline with pinpoint accuracy.
Think I can also remember seeing the famous quarter-final match between Borg and Britain's Roger Taylor from the 1973 Wimbledon in the TV room at Transparent Club in Bury, Lancashire. Can also remember seeing Muhammad Ali's (second) victory over Don Quarry in 1972 in this TV room (which was also great for watching FA Cup Finals back then).
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