Wimbledon fans hit out at BBC over controversial Boris Becker remarks
Wimbledon fans have enjoyed a thrilling start to the 2022 competition so far.But, on Tuesday, some viewers watching the BBC coverage were left less than impressed by remarks made by Sue Barker and John McEnroe. WATCH: Kate Middleton makes surprise appearance at WimbledonThe TV pundits made reference to their former colleague and tennis ace Boris Becker, who was jailed for two and a half years in April for hiding £2.5million worth of assets and loans to avoid paying debts.Boris, 54, who was part of BBC's Wimbledon coverage last year, is currently serving out his sentence at Huntercombe prison near Henley-on-Thames. US star John spoke about his friend during Tuesday's commentary, saying: "Boris, we love you. We miss you, man." Co-star Sue agreed, adding: "We do indeed."However, viewers were unhappy with the BBC for allowing the pair to send well-wishes to the "convicted criminal".