Tennis legend Björn Borg has revealed that he is battling an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Despite his history of rigorous fitness and regular health checks, this disease still struck. Borg underwent surgery in 2024 and is now in remission, but he will continue tests every six months. 

What we know about Björn Borg’s diagnosis 

• Borg’s cancer was described as “extremely aggressive.” 

• He had surgery in 2024. 

• He is currently in remission, but with careful ongoing monitoring. 

• He emphasises that cancer can be silent, that even those with healthy routines and no symptoms can be diagnosed, sometimes unexpectedly. 

Why this matters 

Björn Borg’s story is a powerful reminder: 

• Regular testing is vital, even for people who feel well and have been diligent about health.

• Prostate cancer can be aggressive and may develop beneath the surface before symptoms appear.

• The earlier prostate cancer is caught, the more treatment choices there are, often with fewer side effects.

Why we need a national screening programme

Stories like Borg’s, and those of Sir Chris Hoy and others, highlight a gap in public health policy. A formal National Screening Programme could:

• Ensure consistent early detection across all demographics.

• Help avoid late diagnoses when cancer has become harder to treat.

• Reduce inequalities in outcomes (some men are already diagnosed late due to inequal access).

Don’t wait for symptoms

While we wait for screening programmes, here’s what men can do now:

• Get tested. You can attend one of GFCT’s many community events, or use our home testing kits which are lab‐analysed with fast results.

• Don’t wait for symptoms. PSA testing can indicate your risk before symptoms appear. Early diagnosis gives you options.

If invited to an event, or considering a home test, do so with full understanding of what a PSA test means. It isn’t definitive, but it is a tool - one that can lead to further tests if needed.

Let Björn Borg’s situation remind us: even champions cannot outrun prostate cancer. But we can stay ahead of it through testing and early action.

Book your test today - whether at an event or from home - https://mypsatests.org.uk/register/