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singles titles, one doubles titles and career prize money
totalling $1,263,130 over one and a half decades on Tennis
courts. That deserves more than a mention. But this hardly
seems surprising, considering the illustrious achievements
of his father Ramanathan Krishnan.
Inspired by his father, this genial and soft-spoken
gentleman has kept the Indian flag flying high with his
motivated performances in the Davis Cup not only as a
player but also in his present status as the Indian team’s
non-playing captain. He may not be equipped with the
fastest serve in the world or the fastest moves on the
tennis court, but his lionhearted approach won him both
accolades and titles.
One of Ramesh Krishnan's most memorable triumphs was in the
Davis Cup quarterfinals against France in 1993. It was the
fag end of his career and he signed off in style. He won
the crucial doubles match in the company of the then
inexperienced Leander Paes and turned the tie in India's
favour.
He is presently running a Tennis academy in Chennai set up
on the lines of similar institutions in the United States.
He helps youngsters who are inspired by the Leanders and
Bhupathis of today, to realize potential and make dreams
come true.
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