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Originally Posted by 5555
I have got proof that it's generally agreed that Borg was the real No. 1 in 1977:
"But even though World Tennis magazine declared Vilas No. 1 for the year, most other authorities disagreed and bestowed that mythical honor on Borg.” The Bud Collins History of Tennis An Authoritative Encyclopedia and Record Book
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Originally Posted by Mustard
It's obvious that Vilas had the best results over the whole season. That is undeniable. 1977 Borg cannot compete with 16 tournaments wins, 2 majors (plus another major final), a 53 match clay-court winning streak and a 46 match winning streak. Borg just didn't have the activity needed, nor the number of major wins.
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Originally Posted by hoodjem
It would seem that there is little "general agreement" here.
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Like I said . . . .
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Last edited by hoodjem : 07-25-2012 at 08:41 AM.
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