Boris Franz Becker (born November 22, 1967) is a German former world No. 1 professional tennis player. He was successful from the start of his career, winning the first of his six major singles titles aged 17. He also won five year-end championships, 13 Masters Series titles, and an Olympic gold medal in doubles. Tennis magazine ranked him the 11th best male player of the period 1965–2005.
At times Becker struggled with his early success and fame, and his personal life has been turbulent. Since his playing career ended, he has engaged in numerous ventures, including coaching Novak Djokovic for three years.