Why compare Pete Sampras and Boris Becker?

The rivalry with Becker was significant, particularly at Wimbledon, where both players showcased their serve-and-volley skills. Their encounters were pivotal in defining the era.

Pete Sampras

Key numbers

  • Career Singles Record762–222
  • Grand Slam Singles Finals18
  • Masters Events Won11
  • Career Prize MoneyOver $43 million

Top honours

  • Grand Slam Singles Titles14 (including 7 Wimbledon Championships)
  • ATP Year-End No. 16 consecutive years
  • Career Titles64 ATP singles titles
  • Davis Cup Champion1992, 1995
  • Tour Finals Champion5 titles
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Boris Becker

Key numbers

  • Career win-loss record713-214 (76.9%)

Top honours

  • Grand Slam singles titles6 (Wimbledon x3, Australian Open x2, US Open x1)
  • Career singles titles49
  • Doubles titles15
  • ATP Player of the Year1989
  • Davis Cup titles2 (1988, 1989)