International Tennis Hall of Fame: Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj become first Asian men to be inducted
1 year ago

International Tennis Hall of Fame: Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj become first Asian men to be inducted

Hindustan Times  

Former doubles world No. 1 Leander Paes and broadcaster and promoter Vijay Amritraj of India have become the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Indian tennis player Leander Paes during the inauguration of the 141st Session of International Olympic Committee, in Mumbai Paes, an 18-time Grand Slam champion in doubles and mixed doubles, has been selected in the player category, while Amritraj and United Kingdom's Evans are inductees in the contributor category, which is considered for election every two years. With eight doubles Grand Slam titles and 10 in mixed doubles, he is one of only three men in tennis history to capture a career Grand Slam in both disciplines. "I am thrilled to congratulate Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj, and Richard Evans on their election to the International Tennis Hall of Fame," Kim Clijsters, Honorary President of ITHF and Class of 2017 Hall of Famer said.

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Watch: Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj fight tears after being inducted into tennis hall of fame
5 months ago

Watch: Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj fight tears after being inducted into tennis hall of fame

Hindustan Times  

Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj, two of the most succesfull Indian tennis players of all time, were seen fighting tears as they were inducted into the International Hall of Fame. While 51-year-old Paes was honoured in the 'Player Category', Amritraj, 70, was inducted in the 'Contributor Category'. Both Paes and Amritraj could be seen fighting tears in a video of …

India's Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj create history, inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame
5 months ago

India's Leander Paes, Vijay Amritraj create history, inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame

Hindustan Times  

Former doubles world number one Leander Paes and tennis broadcaster, actor and player Vijay Amritraj became the first Asian men inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday. Leander Paes, Richard Evans and Vijay Amritraj pose for a photo after getting inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport. "It's my greatest honor to be on …

India's Paes, Amritraj make history joining Tennis Hall of Fame
5 months ago

India's Paes, Amritraj make history joining Tennis Hall of Fame

The Hindu  

Former doubles world number one Leander Paes and tennis broadcaster, actor and player Vijay Amritraj became the first Asian men inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on July 20. "It's my greatest honor to be on this stage with not only these legends of the game, people who have inspired me every single day of my life -- …

Indian legends Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame
5 months ago

Indian legends Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame

India TV News  

Indian tennis greats Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes were inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday, July 20. Leander Paes, 51, was inducted into the Player Category as the Indian duo became the first Asians to be part of the International Tennis Hall of Fame. "Paes was inducted in the Player Category, while Amritraj and Evans were …

From becoming champions to Hall of Fame induction, Newport remains special for Paes, Amritraj
5 months ago

From becoming champions to Hall of Fame induction, Newport remains special for Paes, Amritraj

The Hindu  

In the picturesque, sunny Newport, Rhode Island – just a few hours away from the hustle bustle of New York City – two Indians are waiting for their turn to enter the International Tennis Hall of Fame. “Today sitting here at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, I wouldn’t have ever dreamt it,” Paes, the first Asian male player to …

TENNIS | Amritraj, Paes and Evans — ITF Hall of Fame inductees — feted at Wimbledon
5 months, 1 week ago

TENNIS | Amritraj, Paes and Evans — ITF Hall of Fame inductees — feted at Wimbledon

The Hindu  

Vijay Amritraj, Leander Paes and Richard Evans, the 2024 International Tennis Hall of Fame inductees, were honoured at an event held on the sidelines of The Championships in Wimbledon, on Thursday. Interestingly, Paes was in the first batch of trainees at the erstwhile Britannia Amritraj Tennis Academy in Chennai and Evans is the co-author of Amritraj’s autobiography. “What a privilege …

Tennis Hall of Fame to get face lift in time for golden era inductees like Federer, Serena Williams
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Tennis Hall of Fame to get face lift in time for golden era inductees like Federer, Serena Williams

Associated Press  

NEWPORT, R.I. — The International Tennis Hall of Fame is getting all dolled up for some extra special visitors. “When you think about this golden era of who’s going to be inducted coming up in the next five to 10 years, perfect timing,” Hall CEO Dan Faber said in a news conference to announce the plans. “Part of our challenge …

I am privileged to take India’s 1.4 billion people to the Hall of Fame, says Leander Paes
6 months, 3 weeks ago

I am privileged to take India’s 1.4 billion people to the Hall of Fame, says Leander Paes

The Hindu  

Leander Paes’ storied career is dotted with many historic highs. At a fireside chat hosted by Sportstar at The Hindu’s Chennai headquarters, Paes, who was in conversation with Suresh Balakrishna, The Hindu’s Chief Revenue Officer, said it was a “humbling moment.” “Today I am so privileged, to take not just me but India’s 1.4 billion people,” Paes said. And it …

The legacy of Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes, the latest Hall of Fame Inductees
1 year ago

The legacy of Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes, the latest Hall of Fame Inductees

Hindustan Times  

Newport is a special place for Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes. It is over four decades since Amritraj’s prime, but he remains India’s best singles player along with Ramanathan Krishnan. He quickly transitioned into a Davis Cup hero, beating big name players like Goran Ivanisevic, Novak Djokovic’s coach. Paes’ endless disputes with Bhupathi and divisive personality often compromised his well-being …

‘Every sacrifice seems worth it’: Leander Paes after being inducted in Tennis Hall of Fame
1 year ago

‘Every sacrifice seems worth it’: Leander Paes after being inducted in Tennis Hall of Fame

Firstpost  

Leander Paes has been India’s representative since well before he turned professional in 1991 Leander Paes and Vijay Amritraj became the first Asian men to be inducted in the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Paes, an 18-time Grand Slam champion in doubles and mixed doubles, earned his place in the player category, while Amritraj and the United Kingdom’s Evans have …

India’s Vijay Amritraj, Leander Paes first Asian men inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame
1 year ago

India’s Vijay Amritraj, Leander Paes first Asian men inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame

Firstpost  

Paes, an 18-time Grand Slam champion in doubles and mixed doubles, has been selected in the player category, while Amritraj and renowned journalist and writer Richard Evans are inductees in the contributor category. New Delhi: Former doubles world No 1 Leander Paes and broadcaster and promoter Vijay Amritraj of India have become the first Asian men to be inducted into …

Leander and Vijay Amritraj make it to the Tennis Hall of Fame
1 year ago

Leander and Vijay Amritraj make it to the Tennis Hall of Fame

The Hindu  

Olympic medallist and multiple Grand Slam champion Leander Paes, along with two-time Davis Cup finalist Vijay Amritraj, has made it into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Leander has won eight Grand Slam doubles titles and 10 mixed doubles titles. He is only one of three men in tennis history to complete a career Grand Slam in both doubles and …

Leander Paes wins International Tennis Hall of Fame fan vote
1 year, 2 months ago

Leander Paes wins International Tennis Hall of Fame fan vote

The Hindu  

India’s Leander Paes topped the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s fan vote in his first year on the ballot. In addition to the fan vote, an official voting group comprised of tennis journalists, historians, and Hall of Famers, vote on the Class of 2024 ballot. To be elected into the Hall of Fame, a candidate must receive an affirmative vote …

Leander Paes: International Tennis Hall of Fame nomination belongs to everybody who has supported me in my journey
1 year, 2 months ago

Leander Paes: International Tennis Hall of Fame nomination belongs to everybody who has supported me in my journey

The Hindu  

Leander Paes wears his heart on his sleeve. The Indian tennis icon, who emerged as the first Asian man to be nominated for the International Tennis Hall of Fame in the player category a couple of days ago, believes that this nomination belongs to everyone who supported him in his career, spanning over three decades. In 2019, Chinese ace Li …

Leander Paes Becomes First Asian Man to Be Nominated as a Player to International Tennis Hall of Fame
1 year, 2 months ago

Leander Paes Becomes First Asian Man to Be Nominated as a Player to International Tennis Hall of Fame

News 18  

Multiple Grand Slam winner Leander Paes on Tuesday emerged as the first Asian man to be nominated for the International Tennis Hall of Fame in the player category. Li Na, the Chinese player who won the women’s singles title at Australian Open and French Open, became the first Asian player to get nominated to the ITHF in 2019. “It means …

India has a chance to win medal in Asian Games through men’s doubles: Paes
1 year, 5 months ago

India has a chance to win medal in Asian Games through men’s doubles: Paes

The Hindu  

Tennis legend Leander Paes feels India will find it tough in singles but the country can hope to win a medal in the Asian Games with the men’s doubles team though it remains to be seen who is picked to play alongside the seasoned Rohan Bopanna. We have got quite a few players who can play,” Paes said during an …

Leander Paes Turns 50: When Rafael Nadal Called Indian as 'One Of The Best Players In The History Of Tennis'
1 year, 6 months ago

Leander Paes Turns 50: When Rafael Nadal Called Indian as 'One Of The Best Players In The History Of Tennis'

News 18  

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEANDER PAES: Arguably India’s most successful tennis player of all time, Leander Paes celebrates his 50th birthday today, June 17. He is one of the biggest stars of doubles and one of the best player in the history of the sport,” said Nadal after he, along with Marc Lopez, led Spain back into Davis Cup World Group by …

Leander Paes turns 50: My motivation was to prove that Indians are world-beaters
1 year, 6 months ago

Leander Paes turns 50: My motivation was to prove that Indians are world-beaters

The Hindu  

In his tennis career spanning over three decades, Leander Paes has inspired many a generation. Sergi Bruguera of Spain won silver, Andre Agassi of the USA won gold and Leander Paes of India won bronze in the men’s singles tennis event at the 1996 Summer Olympic Games in Atlanta. Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi of India hold aloft their trophies …

Original 9, Lleyton Hewitt and Dennis Van der Meer in Tennis Hall Of Fame’s Class Of 2021
3 years, 10 months ago

Original 9, Lleyton Hewitt and Dennis Van der Meer in Tennis Hall Of Fame’s Class Of 2021

News 18  

Billie Jean King and the other members of the Original 9 who laid the groundwork for the women’s professional tour are the first group elected together to the International Tennis Hall of Fame, joining Lleyton Hewitt and Dennis Van der Meer in the Class of 2021. Van der Meer, who died in 2019, advocated for a universal teaching method in …

Original 9, Hewitt, Raymond among nominees for tennis Hall of Fame
4 years, 3 months ago

Original 9, Hewitt, Raymond among nominees for tennis Hall of Fame

The Hindu  

Billie Jean King and the other members of the Original 9 who laid the groundwork for the women’s professional tennis tour are the first group nominated together for the International Tennis Hall of Fame. They join Jonas Bjorkman, Sergi Bruguera, Juan Carlos Ferrero, Lleyton Hewitt, Lisa Raymond and the late Dennis Van der Meer on the ballot announced Monday for …

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