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Antique Framed Print : Jimmy Connors and Bjorn Borg - 1979 Wimbledon Championships
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Jimmy Connors and Bjorn Borg - 1979 Wimbledon Championships
Tennis - 1979 Wimbledon Championships - Mens Singles Semi-Final
Bjorn Borg, right, and Jimmy Connors before their match on Centre Court.
Borg won the match 6-2 6-3 6-2, and went on to claim his fourth Wimbledon title
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Media ID 7396089
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21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 24.5cm (14.6" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this iconic print captured by Colorsport Images, we witness a moment frozen in time during the 1979 Wimbledon Championships. The image showcases two tennis legends, Jimmy Connors and Bjorn Borg, standing side by side on Centre Court before their highly anticipated Men's Singles Semi-Final match. The atmosphere is electric as anticipation fills the air. Both players exude confidence and determination, ready to showcase their exceptional skills on one of the sport's grandest stages. Borg, with his signature headband and focused gaze, stands tall beside Connors, who radiates intensity with his fiery eyes locked onto the court ahead. Little did they know that this encounter would become etched in history as one of Borg's most dominant performances at Wimbledon. With an impressive display of power and finesse, Borg triumphed over Connors with a resounding victory of 6-2 6-3 6-2. This pivotal win propelled Borg towards claiming his fourth Wimbledon title later that year—an achievement that solidified his status as one of tennis' all-time greats. As for Connors, though he fell short in this particular battle, he remained an indomitable force within the sport throughout his illustrious career. Through Andrew Cowie's lens and Colorsport Image's expertise in capturing sporting moments of unparalleled significance, this print serves as a testament to the enduring legacy left behind by these two extraordinary athletes—forever remembered for their fierce rivalry and remarkable contributions to the game of tennis.
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