Vece Paes Dies At 80: Remembering The Olympic Hockey Medalist, Multi-Sport Star, Medical Expert, And Patriarch Of A Sporting Dynasty
Dr. Vece Paes, the legendary Indian hockey player who won a bronze medal at the 1972 Munich Olympics and the father of tennis icon Leander Paes, passed away in Kolkata on 14 August 2025.
Aug 14, 2025, 13:36 PM IST
Vece Paes, Hockey Legend And Father Of Leander Paes, Passes Away At 80
Former India hockey star Vece Paes, 1972 Olympic and 1971 World Cup bronze medallist, died at 80 after battling Parkinson’s. A multi-sport athlete, rugby administrator, and sports medicine expert, he was also father of tennis legend Leander Paes.
Aug 14, 2025, 11:14 AM IST
Paes story: Seven-up Leander has Olympic Games in blood
Despite his fondness for playing for India, it has not always been an easy ride for Paes.
Jul 28, 2016, 22:50 PM IST
Leander Paes might retire after Rio Olympics, says father
Leander Paes, one of the greatest tennis players India has produced, might retire after the 2016 Rio Olympics if he does not perform well.
Sep 19, 2015, 12:19 PM IST
US Open triumph a relief for family, says Leander Paes' father
Father of India's ace tennis player Leander Paes, Vece Paes, said here on Saturday that his son's victory at the U.S. Open along with partner Martina Hingis has come as a relief to the family.
Sep 14, 2015, 09:22 AM IST