On Leander Paes’ 44th B’day, Relive the Magic of Lee-Hesh

Paes and Bhupathi still hold the record for the longest winning streak in Davis Cup doubles.

File photo of Mahesh Bhupathi (L) and Leander Paes (R). (Photo: Reuters)

India’s tennis legend Leander Paes turned 44 on 7 June. The 18-time Grand Slam winner in doubles and mixed doubles, Paes is best known for the records he set with his partner Mahesh Bhupathi in the early days of his career.

Paes and Bhupathi still hold the record for the longest winning streak (23) in the Davis Cup doubles. On Paes’ birthday, The Quint takes a look at the records set by the duo. And where did it go wrong for the Indian pair?

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