Leander Paes is a famous Indian tennis player. He is considered to be best player for tennis doubles and mixed doubles. He is said to be the oldest player of the tennis who holds the grand slam title. His only source of earning is from his tennis. Leander Paes Net Worth is $6.5 million.

Leander was born in an Indian family in Calcutta on 17 June 1973. His father, Vece Paes was professional hockey player and once was a part of Indian hockey team and his mother, Jennifer Paes was once the captain of basketball team of India.

He attended St. Xavier’s College at the University of Calcutta. He was also a student of Britannia Amritraj Tennis Academy of Madras.

His contribution to international tennis as an Indian player is worth mentioning. He has also been a captain to Indian Davis Cup team. His win over junior title in Wimbledon of 1990 made him famous.

He has managed about 8 title of grand slam in both mixed doubles and double’s.

He has also received various Indian and international awards which includes several famous awards like the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, the Arjuna Award, the Padma Shri and the title of the Padma Bhushan etc.

In 1996 he also won Bronze Medal in summer Olympic Games of Atlanta. On the male ladder his current ranking is No. 29.

He also endorses famous brands that include names such as Adidas and All India Football federation. In his personal life he shared a living relationship with his long time girl friend Rhea Pillai.

He has a daughter now.

Quick Summary:

Full name: Leander Adrian Paes

Date of birth: 17 June 1973

Birth place: Calcutta, West Bengal, India

Age: 43

Profession: Tennis player

Height: 5 Feet 10 inches

Weight: 78 Kg

Net worth: $6.5 million