About
Leander Paes is a retired Indian professional tennis player regarded as one of the greatest doubles players of all time. He holds the record for the most doubles wins in the Davis Cup. Paes has won eight men's doubles and ten mixed doubles Grand Slam titles, achieving a career Grand Slam in both disciplines. He and Mahesh Bhupathi were the first pair in Open era history to reach the men's doubles finals of all 4 Grand Slams in the same calendar year (1999). He was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2024.
Career Timeline
Professional Tennis Debut
Paes begins his professional tennis career, focusing on doubles.
Olympic Bronze Medal
Paes wins a bronze medal in singles at the Atlanta Olympics.
Grand Slam Finals Domination
Paes and Bhupathi reach the finals of all four Grand Slam tournaments.
Mixed Doubles Success
Paes continues to win mixed doubles Grand Slam titles.
Final Grand Slam Win
Wins his final grand slam title.
Professional Tennis Retirement
Paes retires from professional tennis after a long and successful career.
International Tennis Hall of Fame
Paes is inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Tennis Legend, Commentator
Paes continues his involvement with tennis through coaching and commentary.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026