One of the most cliched sayings quoted in every part of the world is ‘never forget your roots’. Despite it being cliched, almost every successful individual has vouched for the veracity of these words at least once in their lives. And the same is true for the American tennis legend, Jimmy Connors. He knows how to stay connected to one’s roots. With his recent post, Connors proved that he still remembers his ancestors.

The eight-time Grand Slam champion has a deep connection with his ancestry and never forgets to acknowledge that, both on and off the tennis court.

Jimmy Connors’ special wish on the occasion of St. Patrick’s Day 

The 70-year-old former tennis player recently took to his Twitter account to relish how he celebrated St. Patrick’s Day while wishing his fans on the special occasion. He also shared the traditional Irish dinner that he enjoys as a part of the St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

He wrote, “Happy St. Patrick’s Day ☘️ to all my Irish friends- and to those who wish they were Irish – 🙏🏻☘️🥃- Corned-Beef- and Cabbage for dinner— yum yum !!!!!” In addition, he made fun of his non-Irish buddies, who silently wished they were Irish like him.

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Do you know the 8-time Grand Slam champion’s fiercest rival on the tennis court, John McEnroe, is also of Irish descent? Yes, one of the most popular rivalries of all time was between two Irish people. And both of them believed in their heredity, which contributed to their fiery personalities as well as their heated rivalry on the tennis court.

Connors on his Irish rivalry connection with McEnroe 

In an old interview with the Inside Tennis magazine, the former world number one discussed how his rivalry with the SuperBrat is about more than just playing good tennis on the courts. He revealed that it was natural for both tennis players to go against each other and prove themselves as the best on the court.

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Moreover, he further explained how he felt when the seven-time Grand Slam champion was trying to take his position away because he was also Irish, just like him.

What do you think—do you think having an Irish connection played a major part in their fierce rivalry? Pen down your thoughts in the comments section below.