Leander Paes - 2024 International Tennis Hall of Fame Inductee | Tennis Channel

[@KINGMJ1990]

I like his patriotism. Indians need to learn how to speak and hold their nation's head high in International events. Thanks Leander for the Indian Spirit!

[@sanjayladge757]

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[@MavanurRanganath]

What a speech !! Had goose bumps listening to the proud son of India , what a legend with utmost humility , great patriotism & a wonderful role model for the youth across the bounderies . Congrajulations & Best wishes to you LEANDER for your future endevours . JAI HIND !!

[@manage-better]

This is how you use a platform to thank and inspire.

[@0123__]

❤

[@manomishra]

Love you Leander, above all I remember yourOlympic matches against Agassi. You were of course one of the greatest ever doubles player, wish you and Bhupati stuck together to win more.

[@got2bjosh]

People focus on doubles and mx when they can't cut it in singles.

[@Uyou-op7ec]

@@got2bjosh yes,that is called intelligence...smartness... opportunity...that is not got so easily either.

[@ranga1979]

@@got2bjosh is it? then why is he being inducted?

[@got2bjosh]

@@ranga1979 You can be inducted in a variety of categories. Members vote. Diversity was of course a factor, but that’s not my issue. No one said Payless didn’t achieve anything. Of course he did. But he was utterly tasteless in the boasting of his tertiary accomplishments. Especially given the luminaries in singles who were seated on stage. Say thank you, give a shout out to your family, & sit down. Arbitrage & Faith Evans by comparison were much more gracious.

[@ssjchiel]

​​@@got2bjoshsuch disrespect for one of the greatest in our sport of tennis. Clearly you don't care for the game or lack knowledge.

[@chiragganguly]

What oratory skills. Proud of him. Remember him beating Goran in Davis Cup on grass at Gorans prime. He is a stalwart of the sport

[@mohanite]

Dear Leander we love you. You gave us enormous amount of happiness through your exploits in Davis Cup and Asian Games. Thank you dear, thank you so much !

[@lalitharavindran]

So happy for Leander Paes to be inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame. Engaging speech.

[@got2bjosh]

Until he disappeared up his own keister as if he had achieved something real in singles. Prattling on about some honorary degree for being famous then fawning over the real goats on stage. Give me a break (of serve). It became a ridiculous display of narcissism when everyone before him had handled the occasion with aplomb.

[@jaideepghosh5643]

@@got2bjosh He has done well in Davis Cup in initial stage of his career and later in MD and XD in Grand Slams but 1 bronze in 7 Olympics is a huge underachievement for a player of his experience and caliber

[@manwendragupta3615]

I am really honoured to listen to his Hall of Fame speech which is absolutely mind blowing.

[@vidyasagarkotha1132]

One of the best India has ever Produced, Highly Deserving and Pumping 🌹🌹🌹

[@moviesenthil]

Thank you Legend Leander! You have inspired so many of us Indian kids growing up in your era and gave us so much confidence and pride in playing with passion and great spirit. You are a great ambassador of your country, culture, family and the sport of tennis. May your tribe continue to flourish.

[@Narto-j1q]

I watched him in Jakarta..in '90es when INDIA met INDONESIA in Davis Cup...AsianZone ..I was marvelled by the way he played..so quick and technically superbe..Indonesia lost to India in that meeting but I found a new favorit tennis player in LEANDER..❤❤❤

[@peterparker6377]

What a great captivating speech. He must persue commentary for sure in coming years

[@gautamanand1074]

What a wonderful speech Just mind blowing You can keep listening again and again

[@gankul72]

Easily one of the best ever acceptance speeches i have watched!!! Simply brilliant, fantastic delivery, every corner of his journey covered and everything perfectly executed (including impeccable language putting the Poms to blush, with an American accent)….except that he could also mentioned Mahesh Bhupati with whom he won many of his laurels and success

[@ladcameo]

Great guy who punched beyond his weight for the country, but was content with allowing his emotions to get the better of the competitiveness of the sport.. A better serve, he could have been a consistent top 30 player.. but then one of the few players to have a positive H2H with Sampras and thankfully didn't cry on the day he beat him.. Very glad and happy that the Potential was met in doubles where he very deservingly embraced a GOAT league.. Ty Leander

[@SimitraRodrigues]

What an inspiration to every citizen of our country and the world at large. We Indians are truly blessed. Your sense of appreciation with gratitude is so very touching. So so deserving... You have made us all Indians proud. A heartfelt thank you for your commitment and patriotism. Cheers to you, Leander Paes.

[@anilsk2010]

I made my entire family watch the induction ceremony live on Tennis Channel. The passion with which Leander played as an individual, as a Davis Cup player, and as an Olympian is an inspiration for all aspiring Tennis players everywhere. Achievements such as inspiring others cannot be put on a scorecard or a trophy. Leander is very deserving of being in the Tennis Hall of Fame.

[@nofavors]

So proud of you Leander. You are inspiration to 1.4 B people ❤

[@sharadnagane5211]

Leander is the real Hero of Indian sports goes unnoticed in Indian sports.He deserved more than what he has received. A Gentleman in Sports played. Congratulations Leander from a basketball player.

[@stevemacarenhas8701]

Congratulations Leander ! You are truly worthy of being a Hall of Famer.

[@madhusudankudlugi6127]

I have always felt that Leander deserved far better recognition for his achievement in the field of tennis. The surprise I see is also an excellent orator....huge respect for this winner!!

[@soneelchoraria1954]

He is the champion. Leander we love u and love you for the passion that u brought for India and tennnis. Legend

[@nagrajanviswanathan2865]

So proud of you, congratulations Leander, you are a true inspiration❤

[@hemaloveseating1816]

Appreciate his eloquence. People like Leander are respected On world stage! Not everything is Criket guys. Respect other games too.

[@PS-sb6rh]

Congratulations Leander Paes for an incredible journey in the sports of Tennis. Thank you for wonderful memories. Best wishes 💐

[@SuperCreativity1]

Well deserved! I am a few years older, but you made me and every Indian proud representing the country in Tennis. You poured your hearts out, and remained in good behavior on and off court. When you've lost, could feel the pain of disappointment you felt for the country. When you won, you attributed the success to the blessings! Proud of you dear..may God bless you and your family. So ready for a Hollywood movie gig? Glad to see Amritraj bhai 🙏. If you are reading this, pat yourself chum. Chao!

[@bhalchandrawakchaure377]

I like your simplicity ,humbleness ,truthfulness,hardworking attitude with humanity approach. Keep it up Dear Leander.🙏

[@mikepreston1895]

Absolutely brilliant and touching speech...surpassing his calibre on the court and the vision he has for the future...also his patriotism....exemplary..

[@kushalanurag6113]

What a marvellous speech!!! Remember watching him play during my childhood and now seeing him getting inducted in HoF is so pleasing ❤

[@vickichumuk]

What an articulate speaker? Its a blessing that we've lived in times where Leander Paes played

[@sunilreddy5171]

We as Indians are all so proud of you Leander , congratulations. You are truly a star of this sport. Well deserved 👏🏼👌🏼

[@Krishaikshit]

Very happy for Leander 🇮🇳. I remember his winning photos on the front page newspapers and got to know about tennis🎾 in late nineties. He is and has been a gem for India 🙌

[@MrJothindra]

For all the pleasure and pride that you gave to your countrymen, for inspiring an entire generation, on behalf of all fellow Indians, I thank you. For us, you are the GOAT.

[@dheerajhazarika1836]

Always admired Leander! one of the greatest athletes India has ever produced.

[@satishy99]

Love u Leander. You stood for Indian achievement. We bow our heads down Dear in utmost satisfaction.❤❤

[@abhishekbhattacharya460]

Beautiful..just look how beautifully chosen words with humour... Leander is true 🐐 of Indian tennis

[@venkatkrishnan5893]

Superb inspiration and passionate about playing for India...India is proud of you and remembers the tears of joy when you held Olympic medal while Indian National Anthem was played...

[@Rameshkrishnan22]

Congratulations Vijay. Loved watching you play. God bless you.

[@thomaskorah4115]

Respect you so much Leander! You have made our country so so proud. Thank you.

[@pinchotapas]

A truly deserving honor for a legend, in the sport and as a wonderful human being. I had often swung by MCC courts in Chennai where you practiced back with BAT and knew you had great things to come. Way to go and congrats !!

[@anuravi22]

Truly inspiring career and a great motivator for the young generation. Kudos Leander.

[@prabal5241]

I am really honoured to listen this from my countrymen The Leander Paes ....goose bumps but love and best wishes to u sir ..❤ may u take the Indian Tennis upwards and onwards...in any kind of role l.🤞💐💐

[@edvardkalathil3128]

This is what I call a speech!! What a brilliant delivery Leander!

[@anotherdayanothercountry4875]

Thank you for being one of the earliest to put us on the world map! Legend!

[@shwetanath8156]

What a speech!!! Leander Paes you are incredible!!! You have made us Indians proud 👏🏽🇮🇳

[@rcc8506]

This is the guy who cried when the Indian anthem was played when he won a medal in the Olympics. A true patriot!!

[@kumaransampath6847]

Very Very emotional one and such strong words from a champion himself of our great country, always admired him for his grit and passion to the game and will remain a legend 💪 in the history of Tennis, wonderful speech and so inspiring, well done LP...❤ Love

[@SENTHILKUMAR-df5br]

Leander Paes is the pride of Indian tennis winning so many grand slams.He is a warrior bravely fighting the life threatening illness.We are proud of you Leander.

[@disturbia1378]

Love you Leander!! Much pride 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@karthikcind1981]

Harsha bhogle said that Leander should be the 13th man in the Indian cricket team just for his patriotism and energy

[@shobhitsingh9710]

Real Goat of India my Bharat Desh in Sports..Love and Respect to Great Leander Paes..

[@ddytung]

Very moving speech by a legend, Leander Paes. Kim Clijsters was tearing up too :)

[@got2bjosh]

More like, moving to the exit. It was an overly long speech and after 10 minutes it ultimately devolved into an unbecoming display of heavy-handed humblebrags & obsequiousness that did little to disrupt the stereotype of tennis players as self-involved braggarts. Arbitrage & Richie Rich gave MUCH better speeches that exercised true humility & respected people's time and attention spans.

[@OivvV-x1l]

@@got2bjosh you sure have a lot of time to post negative comments!

[@got2bjosh]

@@OivvV-x1l Nice try, bot.

[@ignatiusrodrigues6756]

Awesome! Inspiring, great initiative to inspire 250 million children across the world. Yes, we need sports and games people and organizations to bring the world together. I hope this initiative will reach the boys and girls at the remotest places and becomes a matter for discussion within the families. God bless!

[@janakisekar3052]

Great Respect for this man and the sport! May Tennis glorify more and more humans! ❤

[@kotagirivenkataapparao2637]

We as Indians should always feel proud after listening to the electrifying speech with emotion by the great son of our country

[@pushpamuljiratna9589]

I love tennis and last couple of years I have been watching tennis so closely . but leanders I missed. I wonder how to get tickets to Wimbledon. leanders speech very crisp and clear and very humble soul. love him. carlos alcaraz I love watching , my favourite in this time and day . bless all tennis players.

[@RaghuHonawar]

Extremely well spoken Leandar! You live great values...most loved of all ...your respect for India and love for Indians🇮🇳❤️

[@hemanthshankarappa7550]

Leander beat some of the top singles players in the world in the 90s and always gave his 100% in Davis cup matches. He played with a lot of passion for his team, despite having little help in a cricket obsessed country. He will for always be one of India's finest sportsmen.

[@phanishayiful]

You're a true inspiration, Leander. Its the greatest honour to be inducted in the hall of fame and I was honored to watch you play and shout for your win because you played for the country. Thanks for giving us this great moment❤❤

[@mohandasari715]

Leander am pretty sure you will reach 250 million children across the world. Let God be with you.🎉

[@MrSbt210790]

I don't usually comment !! But this is class ! Absolute classy stuff leader !! You will be a legend for ever . Thank you for your service

[@kool22ish]

Still remember my first interaction with Leander..It was a GK question- Who is first Indian to be world junior Wimbledon Champion, gives goosebumps while remembering his match against France in Davis Cup,Goran Ivanisevich,Andre Agassi, His pumps with Mahesh Bhupathi after winning every points......true legend

[@Puduvai_Siva]

The best speech I have heard from an Indian Personality, of all the time. I have listened to many greats including Sachin among others, their gratitude to all the support they garnered over the years. Truly inspiring and for Leander to commit his next 15 years for making lives of 250 million children better, through tennis and education, a commitment to be scaled with concerted action. Super inspired is an understatement.

[@umeshpradhan8176]

Another great of another game than cricket who doesn't get enough recognition in our country. You are truly legend Leander.

[@pritishpadhy2603]

What a legend!! India’s pride, the one and only Leander Paes!🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@kishorgaikwad4219]

Great guy …very inspirational …fortunately witnessed his era

[@Uyou-op7ec]

A Man With Incredible Energy,Force,Spirit and what not!!!

[@sudharsanannair]

Very motivating and especially coming from a brother Indian athlete is bliss

[@bharatshevkar8651]

Childhood hero of my generation, Leander Paes! So much happy for you and your achievements.

[@rinti2k7]

Great speech, you make us proud for ever. Long live with your dreams.

[@jaisekharnair6040]

What a communicator! Just awesome!

[@searrp]

Thank you Leander for everything you did for India and for the sport of Tennis. No athlete was more inspired by the Indian flag as you were. Your lone battles during Davis cup matches were legendary and how can anyone forget the Olympic duel with Agassi during his peak. I was fortunate to watch you live in NY during US open. Well deserved honor to be inducted into Tennis hall of fame.

[@ronaldsequera6469]

Bravo Leander, you are not just a great Tennis player but a remarkable human being. I am sure all of India and the entire Sporting World is proud of you. Well deserved entry into the Hall of Fame. Congratulations !

[@arenkalakichu7745]

I love this sport and people like this, how much I loved the way you played tennis, I remember cheering for India because of you. Love❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤God bless you. How I wish I meet you one day.

[@kamaljoshi574]

Love you leander..as a human being and as a champion..you were a beast in indian colors always. 2 decades more facilities but and we are yet to hv ppl like leander,mahesh and sania.

[@Sricon85]

A speech that made us proud,made us smile and made us tear up as well...

[@ranjeevsharma1049]

A grt legend...a grt personality...still remember his never dying spirit on court....a grt personality ❤

[@sportstar2150]

I had a privilege to meet this champion once he is so humble proud to be Indian today

[@vishwas1505]

Well said Leander..tears in our eye.

[@punver79]

Amazing words and vision Leander... grew up watching your Davis cup games... Jai Hind..

[@amcaast]

what a speech leander right from heart hitting billions of hearts

[@AshirwadShetty]

India's champion...Leander Paes. We are proud of you.

[@dr.anuragranga6972]

What a legend, 🙌 what a speech❤ Thank u for inspiring whole of s generation. 🙏🙏

[@DesikanJayaram]

I love him!! Such a sweet person..

[@got2bjosh]

Ha! Sweet like durian.

[@Surjitmail1]

@@got2bjosh no sweet as ur gf's ass. racist mf

[@balaji565]

He is a son, mother India would be proud of. Not because he plays good tennis...because he is proud of his roots, his country...his legacy. Thank you Lee...I think you are a great inspiration for the generations to come.

[@arundhatiray1224]

Fine Gentleman Best wishes for today n all your life . Stay Blessed

[@dinahanderson]

So happy for you Leander

[@sidane10]

Thank you for your immense contribution Leander. A legend

[@Rightman123]

Still i watch Leander Paes game because his style of play is exceptional and wonderful.

[@SrinivasanK-lw1db]

Superb Leander. What a great, simple and terrific speech. U were so humble, polite and kept good composure in front of leading captains of tennis sports. U r one of the proudest sons of INDIA. As u said we canake this world a great place to live by coaching 250 million people in this sport. Kudos.

[@user-wb8sd6sh1n]

I was lucky to watch Paes and Stepanek on a side court at the US Open 2013, which they went on to win. A remarkable, articulate player who inspires an aging amateur player like myself.

[@bharat2580]

Thank you Leander for making us all proud.

[@maheshkalekar4893]

you are and will always be our hero.

[@smartinvestor8846]

Great player who played his best for India, truly an inspiration for all Indian sports persons

[@samm9840]

His memory of dates is amazing! Very well prepared for the speech...

[@devot2013]

Leander nice speech.. Wish you had named Mahesh Bhupathi and Sania Mirza also in your tributes to folks..

[@clementvg]

CONGRATULATIONS LEANDER AWESOME ❤THANKS FOR EVERYTHING LEANDER U R A SUPER SUPER STAR

[@kiran4624]

Back in the days, you were one of the very few flying our flag. Thank you

[@prasadjakatdar2702]

Two Olympic bronze medalist for India father and son ,love you form bottom of heart ,most Indian grandslam winner,no 1 athlete of india

[@praveenturakani4791]

Speech full of gratitude and emotion. True Indian and patriotic. Great personality. Congratulations Leander.

[@got2bjosh]

More like full of déclassé self-aggrandizement. Surprised he didn't direct the audience to visit his Wikipage after.

[@anemati]

Leander is a tennis legend and sporting hero. He is a credit to the sport of tennis.