**The Wait Is Over: Netflix Confirms Björn Borg Documentary “New Era: It’s Time”**
The wait is finally over. Netflix has officially confirmed the release date of its highly anticipated sports documentary on Swedish tennis legend **Björn Borg**, with the global premiere set for the **25th**. Titled *New Era: It’s Time*, this multi-part series promises to deliver an intimate and revealing look at the life, career, and legacy of one of tennis’ most storied and enigmatic performers.
Known around the world as the “Ice Man” for his calm demeanor and steely composure, Borg dominated the sport in the 1970s and early 1980s, becoming one of tennis’ first true global superstars. He won **11 Grand Slam singles titles**, including an unprecedented **five consecutive Wimbledon championships** and **six French Open titles**, achievements that remain unmatched in tennis history. His electrifying rivalry with John McEnroe is still remembered as one of the greatest duels in all of sport, pitting Borg’s icy precision against McEnroe’s fiery intensity.
The series will combine **archival match footage**, behind-the-scenes clips, and **exclusive interviews** with Borg, his family, former rivals, and today’s tennis icons. It will explore not only his rise to superstardom but also the personal struggles and pressures that led him to retire shockingly early at just 26 years old.
More than a documentary about tennis, *New Era: It’s Time* seeks to uncover the human side of a champion whose discipline, resilience, and mystique continue to inspire generations. From his childhood in Sweden to his global fame and eventual retreat from the spotlight, the story of Björn Borg remains one of sport’s most compelling journeys.
With its global premiere on the **25th**, fans of tennis and sports history alike can look forward to a rare and powerful exploration of a man who changed the game forever.
