Leander Paes dedicates Australian Open trophy to all Indians
Leander Paes on Monday dedicated his Australian Open mixed doubled trophy to all the Indians. The 41-year-old also said it was an honor to represent the people of the country at the global stage. The tennis veteran took to social micro-blogging site Twitter to share his sentiments.
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New Delhi: Leander Paes on Monday dedicated his Australian Open mixed doubled trophy to all the Indians.
The 41-year-old also said it was an honor to represent the people of the country at the global stage.
The tennis veteran took to social micro-blogging site Twitter to share his sentiments.
I dedicate this trophy to all of you who continue to inspire me through your encouraging messages. pic.twitter.com/GdmwY6JGxC
— Leander Paes (@Leander) February 2, 2015
Representing you in the global arena is my honour. This trophy belongs to each one of you as much as it does to me. pic.twitter.com/a4gRHKKT77
— Leander Paes (@Leander) February 2, 2015
Be the best you can be despite all the odds. It's amazing what we can achieve with lots of hard work and belief in ourselves. Good night
— Leander Paes (@Leander) February 2, 2015
Paes and his partner Martina Hingis on Sunday bagged the mixed doubles title of the Australian Open in Melbourne beating Daniel Nestor and Kristina Mladenovic 6-4, 6-3 in straight sets.
After winning his 15th grand slam title, Paes was congratulated by Narendra Modi. Replying to that congratulatory message, Paes thanked the Prime Minister, expressing his desire to visit the PMO to meet him and celebrate the win.
@narendramodi Thank you Sir, playing for our Indian Flag and for our people is my greatest honour.
— Leander Paes (@Leander) February 1, 2015
@narendramodi Looking forward to meeting you at your convenience and celebrating this Australian open win with the nation.Jai hind
— Leander Paes (@Leander) February 1, 2015
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