thenewsfacts.com
  • Home
  • Latest News
  • Trending News
  • Technology
  • entertainment
  • Sports
  • Business
thenewsfacts.comthenewsfacts.com
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Home
  • Latest News
  • Trending News
  • Technology
  • entertainment
  • Sports
  • Business
Follow US
© thenewsfacts : All Rights Reserved.

Home » Famed Boris Becker Sentenced to Jail, How did it Happen?

Trending News

Famed Boris Becker Sentenced to Jail, How did it Happen?

TheNewsFacts
Last updated: April 30, 2022 12:51 pm
TheNewsFacts
Share
Famed Boris Becker Sentenced to Jail, How did it Happen?
SHARE

Boris Becker, the famed tennis player was on Friday sentenced for two and a half years in Jail after being found guilty by a British court of charges pointing to his 2017 bankruptcy. Judge Deborah Taylor, who handed down the sentence, said Becker will serve half the sentence.

Becker is among the leading names in tennis – known for his aggressive playing attitude on court and lavish lifestyle. With six Grand Slam singles titles (three at Wimbledon, two Australian Opens and a US Open), and later as Novak Djokovic’s coach for six major titles, his word and opinion were much respected.

Now, the 54 year old six-time Grand Slam champion, will serve half of the term having being convicted at Southwark Crown Court in London over his transfer of huge amounts of money from his business account. He also failed to declare a property in Germany and concealed 825,000 euros ($866,500) of debt and shares in a tech firm.

Boris Becker found Guilty on Four Counts

Southwark Crown Court in London found the former World No.1 Boris Becker guilty on four counts of the Insolvency Act — removal of property, two counts of failing to disclose estate, and concealing debt.

Becker was acquitted earlier this month of a further 20 charges, including nine counts of failing to hand over trophies and medals he won during his glittering tennis career. Becker told jurors he did not know the whereabouts of the memorabilia, including two of his three Wimbledon men’s singles trophies.

Judge Deborah Taylor had released Boris Becker — who won Wimbledon as an unseeded teenager — on conditional bail ahead of her sentencing decision on Friday.

Passing sentence, she told him: “You have not shown remorse, acceptance of your guilt and have sought to distance yourself from your offending and your bankruptcy. “While I accept your humiliation as part of the proceedings, there has been no humility.”

Taylor said Becker’s previous conviction in Germany for tax offences was “a significant aggravating factor”. Becker arrived early for the hearing, wearing a striped purple and green tie in the Wimbledon colours, a white shirt and a charcoal grey suit.

He held hands with his partner Lilian de Carvalho Monteiro as he walked into court past a bank of waiting reporters and cameras. The star showed no emotion as he was sentenced, picking up his bag before being taken down to the cells.

There was no immediate word that Becker would appeal and he will lodge any legal challenge from behind bars.

US women’s tennis great Chris Evert responded to Becker’s imprisonment by tweeting: “Sorry to hear about @TheBorisBecker… fun to work with on @eurosport and always a gentleman.”

TAGGED:Boris BeckerBoris Becker Jail TermBoris Becker News
Share This Article
Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article Acharya Review: The Megastar Magic is Missing, Banjara Song Thrills Acharya Review: The Megastar Magic is Missing, Banjara Song Thrills
Next Article Dump The Bird, Star Trek Captain Makes a New Wish to Elon Musk Dump The Bird, Star Trek Captain Makes a New Wish to Elon Musk

Your Trusted Source for Accurate and Timely Updates!

We're committed to providing accurate and unbiased news as it unfolds, earning the trust of a large audience. Stay informed with our news updates on the latest events and trends, keeping you ahead of the curve.
FacebookLike
XFollow
InstagramFollow

Popular Posts

Neha Dhupia, Angad Bedi throw in a big surprise today

Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi surprised their fans with an exciting new news. Read the…

By TheNewsFacts

Tech Leap into 2025: A Glimpse into the Future of Innovation

January 1, 2025: As we usher in the new year, the tech world is already…

By TheNewsFacts

MOD Services Website to promote transparency in a big way – Rajnath Singh

MOD Services Website in India will be made even more transparent in India. The decision…

By TheNewsFacts

You Might Also Like

How The Brain Develops - Indian Scientist Develops New Study Model
HealthTechnology

How The Brain Develops – Indian Scientist Develops New Study Model

By TheNewsFacts
David Bennett Becomes the First Human to Live with Pig Heart
Health

David Bennett Becomes the First Human to Live with Pig Heart

By TheNewsFacts
Trending News

Sabalenka Defends Australian Open Title with Dominant Win Over Zheng

By TheNewsFacts
Samsung Phones High-Risk
TechnologyTrending News

Samsung Phones High-Risk Threat, What Galaxy Users Should Do?

By TheNewsFacts
thenewsfacts thenewsfacts

About US


TheNewsFacts: Brings you the interesting facts, news facts and updates from India an the world across politics, tech, entertainment, business, tending, and more. We deliver what you love to read.
Top Categories
  • Latest News
  • Trending News
  • Paris Olympics 2024
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Business
  • Technology
Usefull Links
  • About The News Facts
  • Latest News
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Policy
  • Disclaimer
  • Contact Us
Follow us
Facebook Twitter Instagram

© thenewsfacts. All Rights Reserved.

Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Username or Email Address
Password

Lost your password?