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Tennis champion’s bankruptcy extended by 12 years

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Boris Becker in 1989 after winning the US Open trophy (Image: Getty Images)

Boris Becker's bankruptcy has been extended by a further 12 years until 2031 after it was discovered he had hidden £4.5 million worth of assets and transactions.

The tennis legend was declared bankrupt in June 2017, with the period only initially due to last one year.

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