Tennis legend Björn Borg continues to play a prominent role in the sport, both through his insights on current players and his involvement in new tennis ventures. In April 2025, Borg voiced his belief that Carlos Alcaraz will surpass Rafael Nadal and become the next “King of Tennis.” Borg, who coached Alcaraz at the Laver Cup in 2024, praised Nadal as his favorite for mental toughness but predicted that Alcaraz’s all-court skill and mentality would help him win more Grand Slams and potentially eclipse Nadal’s achievements[1].
Borg’s legacy remains in focus, as Alcaraz recently broke one of his longstanding records. During Wimbledon 2025, Alcaraz achieved a 30-match win streak across Roland Garros and Wimbledon at a younger age than Borg, underscoring the enduring relevance of Borg’s historic feats and their impact on the latest tennis stars[2].
In May 2025, Borg reflected on his own playing days, recalling his 109 weeks as world No. 1 and his revolutionary topspin style. He remains the sixth-youngest player to reach the ATP No. 1 ranking and is remembered for his six Roland Garros and five Wimbledon titles, including three consecutive Roland Garros-Wimbledon doubles (1978-1980)—a rare and unmatched accomplishment in men’s tennis[3].
Borg’s name also surfaced in the conversation about tennis retirements, with John McEnroe comparing Novak Djokovic’s potential future to Borg’s abrupt retirement in his prime. McEnroe noted Borg’s attitude toward his ranking late in his career, referencing Borg’s choice to leave the sport at the top[4].
Outside of commentary, Borg has become a key figure in the newly launched Legends Team Cup in 2025. He serves as the competition’s patron and Grand Master of Tennis, with the tournament’s trophy named in his honor. The Legends Team Cup is a global eight-event series that reunites former tennis greats for high-profile matches, with the inaugural event of the summer series held in Saint Barths in June 2025[5].