Becker was sentenced last week to 2.5 years in prison for hiding και 2.5 million worth of assets and loans to avoid paying off debts after declaring bankruptcy. And speaking for the first time since Becker’s conviction, Murray was adamant that his thoughts were with the victims of the German’s crimes – and not with the ousted former Wimbledon winner. “You broke the law and if you do that, I do not think you should be given special treatment because of who you are or what you have achieved,” Murray said. “I’m sorry he is in this situation, but I also feel sorry for the people who are affected by his decisions.” Becker has since been transferred to HMP Wandsworth – a collapsing Victorian prison that will be very different from the luxurious environment in which he spent most of his adult life. But Novak Djokovic, who has won six of his major titles under Becker as coach, had a nicer attitude towards his close friend. Asked to describe his feelings when the sentence was imposed, the No. 1 in the world replied: “I was cracked. I’re just praying for him. “I hope things go well for his mental health, because that will be the hardest part.”
