June 16, 1974: Teenagers Borg and Evert stun Roland-Garros and usher in new era


Björn Borg and Chris Evert won their first Roland-Garros titles on June 16, 1974. The twin breakthrough marked the start of two dominant runs that changed the sport’s hierarchy at the French Open and beyond. For tennis history, it was the moment two teenage champions announced a new era on clay.

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