Tuesday, July 30 at 9
The Wimbledon finals of 1980 and 1981 between Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe are among the most iconic matches in tennis history. Borg’s cool, methodical approach clashed spectacularly with McEnroe’s fiery, unpredictable style, creating an unforgettable rivalry.
Their 1980 encounter, often dubbed “The Match of the Century,” featured an epic tiebreak that left fans on the edge of their seats. Borg triumphed in 1980, but McEnroe exacted revenge in 1981, cementing their status as legends. Relive this fierce rivalry on PBS this Tuesday.