Boris Becker goes on trial in London on Monday over charges relating to his bankruptcy — the latest twist in the former Wimbledon champion’s troubled post-playing career.

Becker will stand trial at Southwark Crown Court accused of concealing his Wimbledon and Australian Open trophies, several properties and around £1.8 million ($2.3 million).

At the time of his bankruptcy in June 2017, the German’s debts were estimated at up to £50 million.

The 54-year-old, a six-time Grand Slam singles champion, faces a maximum of seven years in prison if he is found guilty.

The court was told in preliminary hearings that Becker owned a flat in Chelsea, London, as well as two properties in Germany, which were undeclared between June and October 2017.

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