Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Long before he was a household name, John McEnroe was just a kid in New York trying to mimic his hero, Rod Laver. In this exclusive clip from Greatest Sports Legends, McEnroe opens up about his childhood obsession with Laver’s game and his early years playing every sport but tennis. Discover how a multi-sport athlete who never expected to turn pro became one of the most iconic figures in tennis history.

The episode was hosted By Tony Trabert, produced in 1993 for Season 20. Don't forget to like and subscribe to Greatest Sports Legends for more exclusive interviews and historic moments from the world of sports.

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