Tennis legend Bjorn Borg and his wife Patricia are currently soaking up the sun in Cape Verde. The couple, who frequently share glimpses of their life together on social media, recently posted an adorable selfie from their holiday.
In the photo, Borg and Patricia can be seen standing on a picturesque beach, surrounded by crystal-clear waters and lush greenery. The post’s caption read: “Before this…”.
This is not the first time the couple has shared updates from their Cape Verde getaway. Earlier, Borg posted a wholesome Christmas message on his Instagram handle, featuring a photo of the couple enjoying the beauty of the island’s beach while wearing festive hats.
Borg’s caption for the Christmas post read: “Merry Christmas from #caboverde wish you a happy holiday!🎄🎅❤️”. The post was met with warm wishes and festive greetings from fans and followers.
Bjorn Borg and Patricia tied the knot in June 2002, and the couple welcomed their son Leo in May 2023. Borg has been married twice before, and his son Leo has followed in his footsteps by pursuing a career in tennis.
In fact, Leo made his ATP tour debut in 2021, making his family proud. Borg’s own tennis career was marked by incredible success, with the Swedish player winning 64 singles titles and 4 doubles titles during his time on the court.
Borg’s decision to retire from tennis at the age of 26 shocked the sports world. In a recent interview with The Athletic, Borg reflected on his early retirement, revealing that he had lost motivation to continue playing.
“I was very happy as a player, but the motivation was not there,” Borg explained. “If you don’t have the motivation to practice and compete every day, you can’t focus on what you do and what you need to do. I was happy, but I had no motivation and no focus.”
Borg’s tennis career was marked by numerous achievements, including his first Grand Slam title at the French Open in 1974. He went on to win 11 Grand Slam titles between 1974 and 1981, cementing his status as one of the greatest tennis players of all time.
Today, Borg enjoys a happy and fulfilling life with his wife Patricia and their son Leo. The family’s idyllic getaway in Cape Verde is a testament to their love and commitment to one another.