Overview

• Major German outlets have released in-depth retrospectives and compiled special ’40 facts’ features to commemorate Becker’s landmark 1985 victory at Wimbledon.
• His path to the title featured dramatic comebacks, including saving two match points against Joakim Nyström in the third round and overcoming an ankle injury to beat Tim Mayotte in five sets.
• In the July 7 final on Centre Court, Becker defeated Kevin Curren in four sets, delivering 21 aces to seal the win and become the youngest men’s singles champion at just 17 years and 227 days.
• ZDF’s live broadcast of the final drew 11.19 million viewers, underscoring how his triumph elevated tennis to a mainstream national event.
• Becker’s success triggered a surge in German tennis club membership from 7,000 to 10,000 within a decade, and terms like “Rebreak” and “Tie-Break” entered everyday language—a legacy explored in today’s anniversary coverage.