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A Case for Junior’s Racket

John McEnroe’s tantrums have disgusted spectators and opponents alike for four years. Seared by the heat of the press, the tennis ace offers no excuse—but a lot of explanation

July 1 1981 David Frankel Nigel Dickson
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A Case for Junior’s Racket

John McEnroe’s tantrums have disgusted spectators and opponents alike for four years. Seared by the heat of the press, the tennis ace offers no excuse—but a lot of explanation

July 1 1981 David Frankel Nigel Dickson

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