Boris Becker is in talks to end his UK exile and make a Wimbledon comeback after serving a prison sentence. The tennis legend was deported from Britain in December 2022.
What happened to Boris Becker?
Boris Becker was banned from entering the UK after completing eight months of a 30-month prison term for tax evasion and concealing assets.
Why does Boris Becker want to return to Wimbledon?
Boris Becker has a strong affinity for Wimbledon, having won the tournament three times, and feels a deep connection to the club and its courts.
The 58-year-old tennis legend has said he misses Wimbledon, not London, and wants to return to the tournament he loves. He has been following the event from afar, including from his cell in 2022.
What comes next for Boris Becker?
Boris Becker confirmed discussions with the Home Office are continuing to end his UK ban, with the goal of returning to Wimbledon in the near future. The conditions of his exclusion are not entirely known, but Becker has said it's down to the UK government to decide.
Boris Becker's influence on Wimbledon extends beyond his own accomplishments, having coached Novak Djokovic to six major titles, including two Wimbledon Championships. His resolve to return to the venue of his greatest victories is evident, and he hopes to be back at Wimbledon soon.
The 2026 edition of Wimbledon will mark the fifth consecutive year that Boris Becker has been unable to attend the tournament. He will likely watch the proceedings unfold from his new home in Milan, but the wheels are in motion to cement a return to his home away from home.
Boris Becker's passion for Wimbledon is clear, and his determination to overcome his current difficulties and return to the tournament is strong. With talks ongoing to overturn his UK ban, Boris Becker may yet make a Wimbledon comeback in the near future.