I still remember the Davis Cup Quarterfinal tie against France in Frejus, France. The hosts left no stone unturned to defeat us by inviting us to play on Red Clay - the least favored by Indians. But Lee, still a young kid, surprised not only the French teams but all the millions of Indians watching the tie with his razor sharp bullet like returns. His chip and charge game worked to amazing effect. I still remember the breath taking shots he played to defeat players Henry Leconte and Arnord Boetsch who much above him in the ATP ranking. It was so inspirational for a young kid like me back then. Since the victory was on a foreign soil in alien conditions made it even more sweet.
I admire Leander for his strong commitment and tenacity of purpose, which can be seen in every activity of his. One can not measure it by the yard stick of winning trophies only. I wish we had more Leanders amongst us to inspire not just the youngsters but every Indian. He is a role model for all in his own humble way. May God bless him with greater achievements and make all of us proud of him.
Kudos to Leander for his US Open Triumph. Leander is a perfect inspiration for us, the things he has acheived for the country..his amazing Davis Cup exploits despite every odd staked against him; Doubles and Mixed-Doubles Triumph. A Sportsman to be admired :-)
You are the greatest sportsperson india has produced. P.T.Usha , Milkha Singh , Dhyan Chand , Shiny , Anand are next in line. Cricketers are a pampered lot. What makes you great is the "Patriotic Spirit" .
Keep going ! It motivates me to do something in life !
Leander Guru, Fatafati... Still remember your small article appearing in a local magazine in Kolkata, subject, "I wanna be World#1" and the small Boroplus ad on the Local TV where you punched your fist in air saying "I won because I fought!"...yeh we still miss you getting on the bus on your way to practice...you are a living example of a dir-hard champion...no doubt you are number one for us, if not yet in world ranking!
Leander is a fighter, never gives up till the end. He is a roll model for nowadays younger generation.his love for the nation is too high. leander keep it up.
