London, Dec 05: Michael Stich defeated Boris Becker in the Honda Challenge. Michael Stich defeated fellow German Boris Becker 6-3 7-6 in the Honda Challenge seniors tennis tournament at London's Royal Albert Hall on Thursday (December 4). Stich started the match between the two former Wimbledon champions much the stronger, taking the first set 6-3 in 28 minutes. The second set was more evenly contested, Stich eventually taking the set in the tie-break. The win leaves Stich top of the Civic group after winning his opening two matches, while Becker is bottom after losing his. The top two players in each group of four will qualify for Saturday's semi-finals. The final will be played on Sunday December 7.


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