Boris Becker receives Legends Award at SPORT BILD-Award

The SPORT BILD-Award ceremony in Hamburg honored several prominent figures in the German sports world. A major highlight of the event was the presentation of the ‘Legends Award’ to tennis icon Boris Becker.

Jürgen Klopp delivered an emotional laudation for Becker, citing the tennis player's influence on his own career. Becker, a former world number one and six-time Grand Slam champion, was visibly moved by the tribute. During his remarks, Becker acknowledged the support he received from Klopp, noting that they maintained contact via telephone during Becker's 2022 legal challenges.

The gala, held at the Fischauktionshalle, featured various sports personalities on the red carpet, including Olympic luger Julia Taubitz, sprinter Owen Ansah, and darts player Luke Littler. The event was hosted by Esther Sedlaczek and SPORT BILD Editor-in-Chief Henning Feindt.