
Björn Borg
Known for ActingBorn 1956-06-06 (age 70)Stockholm, Sweden
Björn Borg, born 6 June 1956 in Stockholm, Sweden, is a former professional tennis player widely regarded as one of the sport’s all-time greats. Raised in Södertälje, he dominated men’s tennis in the 1970s and early 1980s, winning 11 Grand Slam singles titles — six at the French Open and five consecutive at Wimbledon between 1976 and 1980. Borg was ranked world No. 1 and held that position for 109 weeks during his career. Borg grew up fascinated by tennis after his father gave him a racket as a child. He turned professional in 1973 and quickly became a sensation on the international circuit with his powerful baseline play and two-handed backhand. Known for his calm demeanor on court — earning nicknames like “Ice Man” — he helped popularize tennis worldwide and was instrumental in bringing new attention and athleticism to the sport. During his peak, Borg claimed six French Open titles (1974, 1975, 1978–1981) and five straight Wimbledon championships (1976–1980), the latter a feat unmatched in the modern era at the time. He also played a key role in Sweden’s Davis Cup success and compiled a remarkable win record before retiring unexpectedly in 1983 at age 26. He briefly attempted a comeback in the early 1990s. After tennis, Borg remained influential in sport and business, including founding a sportswear brand bearing his name. He was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1987 and the Swedish Tennis Hall of Fame in 2003. Borg’s legacy extends beyond titles to his impact on how the game is played and perceived globally, making him a defining figure in tennis history.Read more
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Wimbledon Official Film 2009
2009 · Movie
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Sagan om Björn Borg
1998 · Series
Das aktuelle Sportstudio
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Das aktuelle Sportstudio
1963 · Series
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Sagan om Björn Borg
1998 · Movie
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Strokes of Genius
2018 · Movie
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Nasty
2024 · Movie
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Federer: Twelve Final Days
2024 · Movie
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The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962 · Series
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Ultimate Scandinavia
2007 · Movie
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The French
1982 · Movie
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Boom! Boom! The World vs Boris Becker
2023 · Series
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James Bond: The First 21 Years
1983 · Movie
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McEnroe/Borg: Fire & Ice
2011 · Movie
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Eurotrash
1993 · Series
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McEnroe
2022 · Movie
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Children's Island
1980 · Movie
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Wimbledon 2008 Official Film
2008 · Movie
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Sacrée soirée
1987 · Series
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Året var 1975
2024 · Movie
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Racquet
1979 · Movie
Roland Garros - 40 ans d'exploits
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Roland Garros - 40 ans d'exploits
2024 · Movie
Wimbledon - Official film 2007
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Wimbledon - Official film 2007
2008 · Movie

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Wimbledon Classic Matches: Borg vs. McEnroe 1980 Final
2000 · Movie

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Ted - till minne av en popartist
1998 · Movie

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Great Sports Moments of the 80's
1989 · Movie

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Il était une fois Roland-Garros
1979 · Movie
Untitled Björn Borg Documentary
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Untitled Björn Borg Documentary
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