John McEnroe will forever be remembered for his on-court rants and tantrums but he should also be remembered as a Wimbledon and tennis legend. His artistry on the court and his near-perfect net and volley game made him great to watch, especially on the grass courts of SW19. In a highly competitive era of men's tennis, with McEnroe, Lendl, Connors and Borg all at their peak, McEnroe won a record 148 career titles, an almost even mix of singles and doubles. This highly impressive feat reached its climax in 1989 when McEnroe recorded 82 wins and only three losses, a world record. At Wimbledon, McEnroe won three singles titles between 1981 and 1984 and five doubles titles. Although the figures are not as impressive as some of his rivals; McEnroe's stylish play, aggressive nature and all-round likeable personality make him a true Wimbledon legend. So much so that he has become a regular feature as part of the BBC's commentary team at the tournament each year.
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