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Borg vs. McEnroe: The Rivalry That Defined Tennis

by Malcolm Folley (2014)

About this book

A dramatic chronicle of Borg's rock-star celebrity status, baseline revolution, and titanic 1980 Wimbledon final against John McEnroe. This definitive sports work explores the career, athletic prowess, and legendary impact of Björn Borg across Tennis.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story Era1970s-1980s
Protagonist / CoreBjörn Borg

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