Article 5YX9T Boris Becker could face deportation from UK, Home Office confirms

Boris Becker could face deportation from UK, Home Office confirms

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Amelia Hill and Rajeev Syal
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Ex-tennis star may have to represent himself in potential case that could set post-Brexit legal precedent

Boris Becker will be considered for deportation, the Home Office has confirmed, as experts said the potential battle could set a legal precedent and Becker may have to represent himself in court if he wants to remain in the UK.

Last week, the former tennis star was jailed for two years and six months for hiding millions of pounds' worth of assets after being made bankrupt in June 2017. Becker, sentenced under the Insolvency Act, will serve half the full prison term.

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