@2@He is one of the most controversial sportsmen in history and a legend of Open Era tennis. But after reaching the top of his game - what came next? A decade after his international number-one bestseller @18@SERIOUS@19@, John McEnroe is back and ready to talk.@3@@2@Now the undisputed elder statesman of tennis, McEnroe has won over his critics as a matchless commentator and analyst at Wimbledon and other Grand Slam tournaments - with outspoken views on the modern game and its top players. He has continued to compete on the court, winning the ATP Champions Tour a record six times, and has travelled the globe to play in charity events. More surprising have been the calls from TV producers, inviting John to riff on his famous hot temper in cult shows such as @18@30 ROCK@19@ and@18@ CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM@19@. And then there is his long-standing passion for American contemporary art.@3@@2@In @18@BUT SERIOUSLY @19@John McEnroe confronts his demons and reveals his struggle to reinvent himself from ex-champion to father, broadcaster and author. The result is a richly personal account, blending anecdote and reflection in an inspirational re-evaluation of what it means to be - and stay - successful.@3@

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Legendary tennis star and expert commentator John McEnroe's long-awaited follow-up to the international bestseller Serious.

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John McEnroe is a former World No. 1 professional tennis player. He won seven Grand Slam singles titles, nine Grand Slam men's doubles titles, and one Grand Slam mixed doubles title. He is the author of the bestselling memoir SERIOUS. John is a father of six, an art collector, musician and businessman. He continues to be a senior tennis player and a hugely respected BBC commentator during Wimbledon. He lives in New York City.

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Over a decade after number one bestselling book Serious, John McEnroe is finally back and ready to talk once again. Since his hit book, he's maintained a huge presence announcing at tennis's majors, has guest starred in TV shows like 30 Rock and Curb Your Enthusiasm, and has been competing on the court, winning ATP Tour of Champions and playing in special events, exhibitions and charity events around the globe. The beloved, controversial and respected tennis legend reveals even more from his life and career with the signature style that has made him the enduring cultural figure and icon he is.