1977 Wimbledon Championships – Men's singles
Defending champion Björn Borg defeated Jimmy Connors in the final, 3–6, 6–2, 6–1, 5–7, 6–4 to win the gentlemen's singles tennis title at the 1977 Wimbledon Championships. It was his second Wimbledon title and fourth major title overall.
| Men's singles | |
|---|---|
| 1977 Wimbledon Championships | |
| Final date | 3 July 1977 |
| 1976 Champion | Björn Borg |
| Champion | Björn Borg |
| Runner-up | Jimmy Connors |
| Score | 3–6, 6–2, 6–1, 5–7, 6–4 |
| Draw | 128 (16 Q / 8 WC ) |
| Seeds | 16 |
It was the first Wimbledon appearance for future three-time champion John McEnroe, who entered as a qualifier and reached the semifinals before losing to Connors. It was also the final major appearance for four-time Wimbledon champion Rod Laver.
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