After Dinner Speakers: John McEnroe, Hootie & The Blowfish, Henry Kissinger

John McEnroe was sports' pre-eminent rebel without a cause. Simply the most naturally talented player perhaps of all time, his excessive flair was matched in equal measure by his foul temper. His combination of talent and temperament worked hand in hand, exploding on the court and turning tennis into performance art. Despite the seven Grand Slam tournament victories, the 77 singles titles, only bettered by Connors and Ivan Lendl and the No. 1 ranking from 1981 to 1984, it was the dark side of his artistry for which McEnroe became most widely known. Now a BBC commentator and quiz show presenter, he remains active on the senior tour and periodically lets rip his characteristic rage, much to the approval, these days, of the crowds