German tennis player Boris Becker is one of the most successful young athletes, with six Grand Slam victories, an Olympic gold medal, and Wimbledon win at just 17 years old. However, his off-court life has been tumultuous, marked by numerous controversies, legal battles, and personal problems, including divorces and financial troubles. In 2000, Becker was embroiled in a scandal after he fathered a child with Russian model Angela Ermakova while still married to Barbara Feltus. Following the scandal, Becker faced financial problems and was sentenced to two years probation and fined €500,000 for tax evasion in 2002.
Despite these setbacks, Becker managed to build a personal brand and become a lucrative commodity for various companies, thanks to his firebrand image. He endorsed Puma footwear in India, promoted mobile phones in Slovenia, sold wine in Chile, and plugged tennis rackets and sportswear in Europe. Additionally, Becker is an authority on tennis, having held high-profile commentating roles for the BBC and Eurosport, covering Wimbledon and other major championships.
Becker’s refusal to admit guilt and insistence on living the high life no matter the cost are part of his persona and the reason he bounces back quickly. As a friend of the player said, “People are still fond of him, people will fall out with him but can’t help being won over by him.” Following his release from prison in December 2022, Becker was back commentating on the Australian Open on a reported six-figure contract. He also appeared at a film festival in Berlin to promote his new film ‘Boom! Boom! The World vs Boris Becker’, which covers his triumphs, failures, and everything in between.
Despite his missteps, Becker’s charisma, mold-breaking personality, and risk-taking nature have earned him a level of respect and admiration that he can trade on for life.
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