
Dr. Vece Paes: An Era of Sporting Excellence Passes
Published on: Aug. 14, 2025, 3:30 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
Dr. Vece Paes, an acclaimed Indian sports figure and father of tennis legend Leander Paes, passed away at 80 due to age-related ailments. His multifaceted career spanned being a hockey Olympian and a sports medicine expert. Paes significantly influenced India's sporting culture and shaped the careers of many athletes.