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We analyse the net worth, salary and endorsements of the legend Boris Becker

Boris Becker is a former tennis players and one of the greatest to ever grace the game bringing a style and flair like no other. During his career, he went on to accomplish numerous feats in tennis. Becker’s game relied on a fast serve, that earned him the nicknames “Boom Boom”, “Der Bomber” and “Baron von Slam”.

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Birth PlaceLeimen, Germany
Father’s NameKarl-Heinz Becker
Mother’s NameElvira Becker
Star SignScorpio
CollegeN/A
Net Worth$10 million
Prize Money till date$25,080,956.
Age57
Date of Birth22 November 1967
Height191 cm
Weight85 kg
NationalityGerman
Achievements6 Grand Slams, 49 Tour titles
WifeLilian de Carvalho Monteirom (2024)
ChildrenNoah Becker, Gabriel Becker, Amadeus Becker, Anna Ermakova
EndorsementsPuma, Estusa, Fila, Lotto, Ellesse, Diadora, Ralph Lauren, Coca-Cola, Mercedes, PokerStars
Social MediaTwitter

Boris Becker net worth and earnings

Becker finished his career with just over $25 million in prize money. He is also known to have been the coach of World No.1 Novak Djokovic. Becker coached the No.1 to six Grand Slam titles and a career slam in 2016. Boris Becker is now one of the richest tennis players.

It is noted that at one point, Becker’s net worth had amassed $160 million and was growing further. But after a bitter divorce with his first wife costing upto $25 million. His overall net worth is $10 million, and Becker has accumulated more than $50m through salary and endorsement deals.

In 2017, Becker declared bankruptcy after defaulting on loans to Arbuthnot Latham & Co, a private banking firm. It was estimated that he was defaulting around £3.3 million (over ₹31 crores) at that time. He even held an auction of his tennis memorabilia, including a US Open trophy, a replica Davis Cup Trophy and other items, raising £680,000.

Boris Becker ranking history

Becker’s all-time career record stood at an impressive 713–214 (76.9%). He was ranked No. 1 for 12 weeks during early 1991, though he never managed to finish a year at the top. Becker returned for a further nine weeks at the top of the sport on 8 July 1991.

As World No. 1, Becker won 12 of 15 matches and reached finals of few tournaments before eventually dropping down.

Boris Becker career titles

Becker clinched six major championship trophies, including three Wimbledon titles. In 1985, as a 17-year-old, he won the Gentlemen’s Singles trophy at The Championships. The German reached seven finals at Wimbledon. He also claimed two Australian Open titles in 1991 and 1996, respectively. Becker won the 1989 US Open, but fell short in Paris which kept him from a career slam.

Boris Becker net worth
Becker is the youngest Wimbledon champion in history

Becker made 11 appearances at ATP Finals from 1986 to 1996. He won the event thrice in 1988, 1992 and 1995 and finished as the runner-up on five occasions. Becker won 49 singles trophies from 77 finals. He also won the 1996 Grand Slam Cup and the doubles gold medal at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.

Boris Becker personal life, family, and relationships

Becker was married to Barbara Feltus. The two went through a very bitter divorce, with Becker coming into the limelight for the wrong reasons.

Becker has a daughter with Angela Ermakova, named Anna, which Becker only acknowledged after the results of a DNA test.

In February 2009, Becker announced that he and Dutch model Sharlely “Lilly” Kerssenberg were to be married. They have a son Amadeus Benedict Becker. In May 2018, Lilly and Becker announced that they had separated.

Becker dated model Lillian De Carvalho for a long time and the couple married in 2024. Boris Becker was bankrupt in 2017 and he was prisoned for 2 years. As of 2024, he has cleared all plans. Boris Becker is now the coach of Holger Rune, the Danish Tennis Player. He was also the coach of Novak Djokovic. Becker was the Commentator at Wimbledon for the BBC. He worked for a poker company and also invested in properties.

Boris Becker endorsements

Boris Becker endorsed racquets manufactured by Puma and Estusa. He was also previously associated with Fila, Lotto, Ellesse, Diadora, Ralph Lauren, Coca-Cola, Mercedes and PokerStars. Through these endorsements, Boris Becker earned more than $20.

Boris Becker FAQs

What is the age and date of birth of Boris Becker?
Boris Becker is 57 years old and was born on November 22, 1967
What is the net worth of Boris Becker?
Boris Becker has a net worth of $10 million
What brands endorse Boris Becker?
Boris Becker has endorsement deals with Fila, Lotto, Ellesse, Diadora, Ralph Lauren, Coca-Cola, Mercedes and PokerStars.
What is the nationality of Boris Becker?
Boris Becker is a German citizen
Where was Boris Becker born?
Boris Becker was born in Leimen, Germany
Has Boris Becker won a Grand Slam?
Boris Becker has won 6 Grand Slam titles

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