Mahesh Shrinivas Bhupathi

Mahesh Bhupathi, born on June 7, 1974, in India, is a tennis icon celebrated for his doubles expertise and contributions to Indian tennis. Rising to fame in the late 1990s, Bhupathi's partnership with Leander Paes yielded numerous Grand Slam titles, including victories at Wimbledon and the French Open. He further solidified his legacy with mixed doubles success, claiming multiple Grand Slam titles alongside different partners. Off the court, Bhupathi's entrepreneurial ventures, including sports management and his own tennis academy, have helped shape the Indian tennis landscape. A visionary and ambassador for the sport, Bhupathi continues to inspire future generations globally.

His Achievements:-

• First Indian to win a Grand Slam. Won the French Open Mixed Doubles titles in 1997 and once again in 2012
• Conquered Wimbledon doubles title in 1999
• Achieved the French open Doubles title in 1999
• Won US Open Mixed doubles title in 1999 and 2005
• Won the Australian Open Mixed Doubles title in 2006 and 2009
• Won Wimbledon Mixed Doubles title in 2002 and 2005
• Won the doubles championship at the 2006 Asian Games held in Doha
• Awarded Padma Shri in 2001