Björn Borg admits to past drug use, stating, "I felt as low as a dog, ashamed." - Björn Borg speaks out about his past drug use, challenging critics to treat him as if he were a mere animal
In a revealing interview marking the release of his autobiography, tennis icon Björn Borg has shared intimate details about his life, career, and struggles. The book, titled 'Heartbeats', was released on September 18, 2021, and Björn Borg gave his first TV interview in 30 years to discuss the memoir.
Björn Borg, a tennis legend with 11 Grand Slam titles to his name, including five victories at Wimbledon, spent 109 weeks at the top of the world rankings before retiring at the age of 26 in 1983. However, his retirement was not without its challenges. Björn Borg struggled with drug addiction, particularly after moving to Milan and marrying Italian singer Loredana Bertè.
Björn Borg's wife, Patricia, has been a significant source of support throughout his life. She is not only his partner but also a co-author of his biography, offering insight into their personal journey. Björn Borg expressed regret for his past drug abuse and warned others against getting involved in such activities.
One of the most poignant moments in Björn Borg's life occurred during a show tournament in the Netherlands in the 1990s when he collapsed in front of his father due to drug use. Björn Borg felt extremely ashamed when his father discovered his addiction.
Björn Borg's health battles have not been limited to drug addiction. In 2013, he was diagnosed with an 'extremely aggressive' prostate cancer. After an operation, Björn Borg is feeling better but needs regular check-ups. Despite these challenges, he continues to maintain an active lifestyle, using daily exercise to think through and process things in his life.
Björn Borg's living room floor shows signs of his dedication to fitness, with a stationary bike taking centre stage. He may have had to give up playing tennis due to injuries in his right shoulder and knees, but he still engages in sports.
In a recent interview with SVT, Björn Borg criticised doping in tennis and spoke about the doping ban for Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner. Björn Borg found it strange that Sinner fired and then rehired his fitness trainer, Umberto Ferrara, who was criticised by Björn Borg in the interview.
Björn Borg considers his wife Patricia a living guardian angel. He expressed deep gratitude for her support and the role she plays in his life. 'Heartbeats' offers a unique insight into the life of one of tennis's greatest champions, revealing the highs and lows of his career and personal life.
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