Becker scolded for TV swearing

BORIS BECKER was told to curb his language by presenter Sue Barker after swearing on air during the BBC’s Wimbledon coverage.

Barker invited Becker to explain the events that saw him make headlines recently while speaking with the presenter and Martina Navratilova.

The former world No 1 has recently asserted his right to diplomatic immunity following his appointment as an attache for the Central African Republic.

Navratilova suggested Becker wanted to not have to wait in line at passport control. Becker, in high spirits, said: “That’s one of the things my friend told me - ‘You b ***** d, you don’t have to wait in line now’.”

Long-time Wimbledon presenter Barker apologised, saying: “Apologies for that. Watch your language from now on.”