In 1973, Leander Paes, greatest tennis player of India was born in Kolkata
Leander Paes is a tennis player from India whose phenomenal success in doubles and mixed doubles has made him a household name all over the world. His Olympic achievements are also well recognised, and it would not be incorrect to state that Paes is regarded as a national treasure in India. Leander Paes was born in Calcutta, India, on June 17, 1973. His parents, Vece Paes and Jennifer Paes, were both athletes from the Goan Catholic community in Calcutta.
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