Boris Becker wins over John McEnroe
Boris Becker of West Germany reacts after winning his semi final match on August 9, 1986 in Stratton Mountain, VT, against John McEnroe at the Volvo International Tennis Tournament. Becker defeated McEnroe 3-6, 7-5 and 7-6. Becker will face Ivan Lendl in the finale on the 10th. (UPI Photo/Russ Adams/Files)
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