News for 'leander-paes'

Paes-Stepanek meet Bracciali-Erlich in Wimbledon opener

Paes-Stepanek meet Bracciali-Erlich in Wimbledon opener

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek, seeded fourth, are drawn against Daniele Bracciali of Italy and Jonathan Erlich of Israel in the first round of the men's doubles at Wimbledon, starting Monday.

Divij-Raja qualify for Wimbledon doubles main draw

Divij-Raja qualify for Wimbledon doubles main draw

Rediff.com19 Jun 2013

Divij Sharan and Purav Raja will make their first ever appearance at a Grand Slam as the Indian duo qualified for the Wimbledon men's doubles event.

Paes's Rio hopes crash as Bopanna chooses Myneni

Paes's Rio hopes crash as Bopanna chooses Myneni

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

India's tennis star Rohan Bopanna picked young Saketh Myneni over the legendary Leander Paes as his choice of partner for the men's doubles event at the Rio Games, on Friday.

Wins for Sania, Bopanna and Paes at French Open

Wins for Sania, Bopanna and Paes at French Open

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Top seeds Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis went through several anxious moments before getting past Russian girls Daria Kasatkina and Alexandra Panova in their opening doubles match at the French Open on Wednesday. The reigning Wimbledon, US Open and Australian Open champions prevailed 7-6(4), 6-2.

Paes and Czech-mates a winning combo

Paes and Czech-mates a winning combo

Rediff.com11 Sep 2013

Even as Leander Paes celebrates his latest triumph, we take a look at his other 'Czech' partners with whom he had significant results.

Vesely, Berankis rally into Tata Open semis

Vesely, Berankis rally into Tata Open semis

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

Czech player Vesely scored a sensational 2-6, 6-1, 7-6(11) victory over Ilya Ivashka of Belarus, while Berankis of Lithuania recovered well after the first set setback to register a 4-6, 7-6(4), 6-2 victory over Japan's Yuichi Sugita in another hard-fought quarter-final.

Bopanna tells AITA he won't partner Paes at Olympics

Bopanna tells AITA he won't partner Paes at Olympics

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

The crisis that has rocked Indian tennis deepened on Monday, with Rohan Bopanna officially snubbing the All India Tennis Association's offer to pair with Leander Paes in the men's doubles at the London Olympics.

Will do my best to give back to the game: Somdev

Will do my best to give back to the game: Somdev

Rediff.com8 Apr 2013

Somdev Devvarman, who led the players' revolt against AITA, today said veterans Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupahti have provided useful ideas for the betterment of Indian tennis but only time will tell if those ideas will work.

Somdev, Yuki return to squad, Bhupathi, Bopanna ignored

Somdev, Yuki return to squad, Bhupathi, Bopanna ignored

Rediff.com23 Feb 2013

Top singles players Somdev Devvarman and Yuki Bhambri on Saturday made a return to the Indian Davis Cup team even as Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna continued to be pariahs for the crucial tie against Indonesia in April.

Indians at Wimbledon: Paes-Stepanek lose in semi-finals

Indians at Wimbledon: Paes-Stepanek lose in semi-finals

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

Fifth seeds Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek bowed out of the men's doubles at Wimbledon, beaten by the unseeded pair of of Vasek Pospisil of Canada and Jack Sock of United States in the semi-finals on Friday. The Indo-Czech pair lost 6-7(5-7), 3- 6, 4-6.

Paes-Stepanek bow out of Aegon International

Paes-Stepanek bow out of Aegon International

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

Playing their first tournament together in five months, third seeds Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek suffered an upset defeat against Jamie Murray and John Peers in the quarter-finals of the Aegon International.

'I believe that a young one should come and take me out of my job'

'I believe that a young one should come and take me out of my job'

Rediff.com17 Sep 2015

India's Davis Cup legend Leander Paes made it clear that he opted to play World Team Tennis during India's last tie against New Zealand in order to give youngsters a chance to prepare for the bigger battles ahead of them.

Defending champs Paes-Stepanek suffer first round exit

Defending champs Paes-Stepanek suffer first round exit

Rediff.com17 Jan 2013

Defending champions Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek were knocked out of the Australian Open after going down in straight sets in their opening round men's doubles match in Melbourne, on Thursday. The second-seeded Indo-Czech pair lost 3-6, 5-7 to South Africa's Kevin Anderson and Israel's Jonathan Erlich in 89 minutes.

Paes, Jelena in mixed doubles 2nd round of French Open

Paes, Jelena in mixed doubles 2nd round of French Open

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

Leander Paes kept the Indian challenge alive in the mixed doubles event of the French Open by moving to the second round along with partner Jelena Jankovic.

Photos: Doubles delight for Paes at US Open

Photos: Doubles delight for Paes at US Open

Rediff.com6 Sep 2011

Leander Paes had much to cheer about at the US Open on Monday, having advanced to the quarter-finals of the men's doubles and semi-finals of the mixed doubles.

'Winning Olympic medal in men's or mixed doubles my goal'

'Winning Olympic medal in men's or mixed doubles my goal'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2012

Indian tennis legend Leander Paes has backed the IOA's decision to appoint Sushil Kumar as the country's flag-bearer at the London Olympics opening ceremony, saying that the Beijing bronze-medallist wrestler deserves the honour.

Navratilova a big inspiration to remodel my game and stay healthy: Paes

Navratilova a big inspiration to remodel my game and stay healthy: Paes

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Leander Paes, who became the oldest man to clinch a Grand Slam title in the Open era after winning the men's doubles crown with Radek Setpanek at the just-concluded US Open, says it is because of his former mixed doubles partner Martina Navratilova that he has been able to prolong his career.

Will Paes make Davis Cup history in China?

Will Paes make Davis Cup history in China?

Rediff.com5 Apr 2018

eander Paes will make yet another attempt to set a Davis Cup record for the most doubles victories when India takes on China in a new two-day format for a place in the World Group Play-offs, in Tianjin, China, on Friday.

PHOTOS: For ever-smiling Paes age is just a number

PHOTOS: For ever-smiling Paes age is just a number

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

The oldest tennis player to win a Grand Slam with the US Open men's doubles trophy, Indian veteran Leander Paes said age is just a number for him, something that he just "looks at and smiles".

Davis Cup: Ramanathan faces Nadal challenge in opening singles

Davis Cup: Ramanathan faces Nadal challenge in opening singles

Rediff.com15 Sep 2016

Rafael Nadal to play against Ram Kumar Ramanathan on the first day of their Davis Cup World Group play-off tie in New Delhi on Friday.

Sania joins ITPA as Vice President

Sania joins ITPA as Vice President

Rediff.com14 Apr 2013

Star player Sania Mirza has also joined Indian Tennis Players Association (ITPA) as one of its Vice Presidents, it was revealed on Sunday.

AITA refuses to change stance, says will send Lee-Hesh to Olympics

AITA refuses to change stance, says will send Lee-Hesh to Olympics

Rediff.com16 Jun 2012

Sticking to its stand, the All India Tennis Association on Saturday said it will not change the players' combination for the London Olympics despite Mahesh Bhupathi categorically rejecting his pairing with Leander Paes.

Paes-Sanam win relegation play-off vs Indonesia

Paes-Sanam win relegation play-off vs Indonesia

Rediff.com6 Apr 2013

Veteran tennis star Leander Paes has said unity in the Indian Davis Cup team was improving, and the camaraderie among players will be better when they will face tougher challengers in the 2014 Davis Cup campaign.

Somdev to open relegation play-off vs Indonesia

Somdev to open relegation play-off vs Indonesia

Rediff.com4 Apr 2013

India's number one singles player will open the country's campaign against Wisnu Adi Nugroho in the Asia/Oceania Group I first round relegation play-off against Indonesia, beginning in Bangalore on Friday. No 2 Yuki Bhambri will lock horns with Indonesia No 1 Christopher Rungkat in the second singles.

I just want to play whatever cricket I can: Sreesanth

I just want to play whatever cricket I can: Sreesanth

Rediff.com15 Mar 2019

The Supreme Court set aside the life ban imposed on former India pacer Shanthakumaran Sreesanth by the BCCI for his alleged involvement in the 2013 IPL spot-fixing scandal.

Paes-Stepanek in last eight at Shanghai Masters

Paes-Stepanek in last eight at Shanghai Masters

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

Leander Paes and Radek Stepanek overcame a stiff challenge from Kevin Anderson and Sam Querry to progress to the quarter-finals of the Shanghai Masters.

Paes-Stepanek lose to Marrero-Verdasco

Paes-Stepanek lose to Marrero-Verdasco

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

Leander Paes and his Czech partner Radek Stepanek suffered their first defeat at the year-end ATP World Tour finals, losing their second Group B match to David Marrero and Fernando Verdasco at the O2 Arena in London on Wednesday.

Wimbledon: Bopanna, Paes enter doubles semis, Bhupathi bows out

Wimbledon: Bopanna, Paes enter doubles semis, Bhupathi bows out

Rediff.com3 Jul 2013

India had a good day in office as Rohan Bopanna secured his third Grand Slam semifinal berth while Leander Paes too sealed his place in the last four stage in the men's doubles competition at the Wimbledom on Tuesday.

Paes, Bhupathi, Bopanna advance with contrasting victories

Paes, Bhupathi, Bopanna advance with contrasting victories

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

Indian players enjoyed a fine outing at the Wimbledon with the seasoned trio of Leander Paes, Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna winning their respective men's doubles matches to progress into the third round in London.

Sachin Tendulkar meets IOC president Thomas Bach

Sachin Tendulkar meets IOC president Thomas Bach

Rediff.com7 Aug 2016

Sachin Tendulkar has met International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach on the sidelines of the Rio Olympics, which the Indian cricket icon termed as "wonderful".

Paes praises rookie teammates for 'putting country first'

Paes praises rookie teammates for 'putting country first'

Rediff.com2 Feb 2013

For veteran Leander Paes, the team of rookies fighting it out against South Korea are already 'winners', simply because they resisted the 'temptation' of joining the rebels.

Tennis legends give AITA felicitation ceremony a miss

Tennis legends give AITA felicitation ceremony a miss

Rediff.com2 Feb 2013

It was a ceremony meant to honour their commitment to India's Davis Cup campaign over the years but just two of the eight chosen were present when the All India Tennis Association felicitated them in a brief ceremony in New Delhi on Saturday.

Paes-Klaasen beat Bhupathi-Myneni to enter Chennai Open semis

Paes-Klaasen beat Bhupathi-Myneni to enter Chennai Open semis

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

Top seeds Leander Paes and Raven Klaasen of South Africa lived up to their billing and entered the semi-finals of the men's doubles event at the ATP Chennai Open with a hard-fought win over Indian pair of Mahesh Bhupathi and Saketh Myneni.

Leander at 40: A look back at his glittering career

Leander at 40: A look back at his glittering career

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Leander Paes has over the years brought a lot of joy to tennis lovers across the nation. As the legend turns 40 on Monday, Rediff.com goes back in time to glance through the highs in his career.

Bhupathi-Nestor lose; Sania, Bopanna in 'mixed' quarters

Bhupathi-Nestor lose; Sania, Bopanna in 'mixed' quarters

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

India's challenge ended in the men's doubles at the Australian Open with the defeat of Mahesh Bhupathi and Daniel Nestor even as Sania Mirza and Bob Bryan progressed to the mixed doubles quarter-finals, in Melbourne, on Monday. Fifth seeded Bhupathi and Canadian partner Nestor were sent packing 3-6, 6-4, 3-6 by the unseeded Italian combo of Simone Bolelli and Fabio Fognini in the second round.

Tennis row: Rebel players approach Sports ministry

Tennis row: Rebel players approach Sports ministry

Rediff.com17 Jan 2013

In a desperate attempt to get back to the Indian Davis Cup team, the 11 rebel players have sought intervention of Sports Ministry to resolve the crisis but their effort is unlikely to bear any fruit with the ministry categorically stating that it has "no role to play in selection matters".

AITA drops Bhupathi, Bopanna; fields youngsters vs NZ

AITA drops Bhupathi, Bopanna; fields youngsters vs NZ

Rediff.com18 Aug 2012

Sending out a strong message that indiscipline will not be tolerated, the All India Tennis Association on Saturday dropped Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna from the Davis Cup team for the upcoming tie against New Zealand and blooded youngsters to prepare the side for the future.

Paes-Melzer crash out of French Open

Paes-Melzer crash out of French Open

Rediff.com2 Jun 2013

Leander Paes crashed out of the men's doubles, while Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna made first round exits from the mixed doubles to sum up a disappointing day for India at the French Open.

Rebels snubbed; depleted India squad for S Korea Davis tie

Rebels snubbed; depleted India squad for S Korea Davis tie

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

India will field a depleted team for the Davis Cup tie against South Korea. With the revolting players sticking to their stand, the AITA on Friday named Leander Paes, V M Ranjit, Vijaykant Malik and Purav Raja for next month's home match.

Bhupathi-Bopanna crash out, Paes sails into 2nd round

Bhupathi-Bopanna crash out, Paes sails into 2nd round

Rediff.com29 May 2013

India witnessed a mixed outing in the men's doubles event of the French Open as Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna crashed out in the first round even as veteran Leander Paes and his Austrian partner Jurgen Melzer eased into the next stage, in Paris.