Happy birthday! Björn Borg turns 70 today

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The iconic and legendary tennis player turns 70 on Saturday, Jun. 6, 2026.
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Björn Borg is celebrating his 70th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed tennis players of his generation.

Popular tennis player Björn Borg has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 70th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Borg, a cultural icon

Born in Stockholm on June 6, 1956, Björn Borg's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Swedish history. Borg's not just a great tennis player, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Björn hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Björn Borg as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 70.

Happy Birthday, Björn, you're the best!

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