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Boris Becker seen in Paris during the tennis Roland Garros tournament. Boris Becker splits from wife Lilly. On May 29, 2018. (Photo by Mehdi Taamallah/Nurphoto)

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Boris Becker seen in Paris during the tennis Roland Garros tournament. Boris Becker splits from wife Lilly. On May 29, 2018. (Photo by Mehdi Taamallah/Nurphoto)
The former world No. 1 tennis player, Boris Becker, with brilliance on the court, has delivered some of the most iconic performances during his journey. Notably, the German tennis legend, with his dominating and powerful performances, has outclassed some of the greatest players on the ATP tour. During his illustrious tennis journey, Becker reached unprecedented heights by winning 6 singles Grand Slam titles.
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However, after moving away from the court, Becker has been involved in a lot of legal troubles. Notably, the former tennis player was previously jailed for hiding £2.5 million worth of assets. Since then, Becker has faced a lot of backlash and criticism from a slew of fans. However, prior to his deportation from the UK, Becker got a surprise visit from his son and girlfriend in jail.
Boris Becker got a surprise visit from his son and girlfriend in jail
A plethora of tennis fans were shocked when the former world No. 1 tennis player was found guilty of violating insolvency regulations. Boris Becker was further sentenced to jail for two and a half years for concealing nearly £2.5 million in cash, shares, and property. The former German tennis player reportedly concealed his million worth of assets and loans in order to avoid paying debts.
However, Becker was recently approved for a fast-track scheme that will get him deported to his home country, Germany. The 6-time singles Grand Slam champion reportedly will be deported from the UK in order to ease the pressure on British prisons. However, prior to his deportation from the UK, Becker had a visit from his 28-year-old son, Noah in prison.

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Former tennis player Boris Becker arrives with his partner Lilian de Carvalho Monteiro at Southwark Crown Court for his bankruptcy offences trial in London, Britain, April 5, 2022. REUTERS/Tom Nicholson
The former Wimbledon champion’s girlfriend, Lilian de Carvalho Monteiro, also gave a surprise visit to him. They were spotted near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire where Becker is serving his imprisonment. Prior to his deportation, Becker’s former spokesperson stated, “We are pleased for Boris that he may qualify for an early release and be able to travel to Germany, albeit England has been his home for many, many years. “
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“I’m sure it will mean a lot to him and his family to be reunited for Christmas.” the spokesperson further said.
Novak Djokovic on Becker’s imprisonment
The Serbian tennis legend revealed that he was “heartbroken” when he found out his former coach was sentenced to jail. Novak Djokovic went on to say that Becker was not only a great coach but also has been a close friend.
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The 21-time singles Grand Slam champion also lavished praise on Becker as he contributed a lot to his success. Djokovic further regards the German tennis legend as a crucial part of his illustrious tennis journey on the court.
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