Iranian-French legend Mansour Bahrami came up with an insane behind-the-back winner at Wimbledon
Mansour Bahrami showed the world that he hasn’t lost his touch even at 66 years of age. The former professional player was at his best during a senior category mixed doubles match on the center court at Wimbledon. The video of Bahrami’s insane winner has gone viral in no time.
Bahrami’s showmanship has made him a long-standing and popular figure in invitational tournaments and it was on display once again to the utter delight of the crowd present at the center court.
Bahrami has been a mainstay of the seniors invitational tennis circuit for more than 25 years now. He is considered to have “found his niche” on the ATP Champions Tour, where his flamboyant, humorous style and propensity for trick shots make him a crowd favourite in all major Grand Slams.
Amongst others, some of his common comic turns during games are faking serves, slow-motion miming, hitting balls backwards between his legs, over his shoulder or from the back, and playing whilst laying down or seated.
Fans react to Mansour Bahrami’s magical behind-the-back winner
Mansour Bahrami has always been a crowd favourite. He is considered to be one of the most entertaining players in the history of the sport and he lived up to his name yet again.
“I don’t think casual people realize how difficult that shot is for a great player much less a 66 YEAR OLD MAN!”, wrote a fan, who is clearly in awe of the shot.
“Leave aside the age , i dont see players even in their prime , pulling this off, that wristwork was something else” – wrote another fan, echoing similar sentiments.
“Age, just a number. What a shot. He’s a joy to watch at Wimbledon. He’s been a great entertainer, a legend”, tweeted another fan.
“Haha, i swear, if Bahrami would be in his 30s and playing the tour he would school Kyrgios in their matchup”, a fan joked.
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