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Retired professional tennis player

Mahesh Bhupathi is a retired professional tennis player. In 1997, he became the first Indian to win a Grand Slam tournament. During his playing career, Bhupathi was one of the most dominant doubles players in the sport’s history. He won four men’s doubles and eight mixed doubles Grand Slam titles.... Read more

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Mahesh Bhupathi is a retired professional tennis player. In 1997, he became the first Indian to win a Grand Slam tournament. During his playing career, Bhupathi was one of the most dominant doubles players in the sport’s history. He won four men’s doubles and eight mixed doubles Grand Slam titles. Known for his enormous serve, Roger Federer calls Bhupathi one of the best players of all time.

 

Bhupati started playing tennis at a young age, encouraged by his father, who also coached him. In 1995, he began his professional career following an outstanding two-year stint at the University of Mississippi. He was India’s national champion in 1994 and 1995, as well as a member of the Indian Davis Cup team from 1995-2011. In 1997, he became the first Indian to win a Grand Slam when he took the mixed doubles in the French Open partnering Japan’s Rika Hiraki.

 

Mahesh Bhupathi began a fruitful doubles partnership with fellow countryman, Leander Paes in 1994. In both 1997 and 1998 the duo won six ATP doubles titles out of the eight tournament finals they reached during each year. In 1999, Bhupati and Paes reached the finals in all four Grand Slams, winning the French Open and Wimbledon, but losing in the Australian and US Opens. In 2001, the duo won the French Open for the third time.

 

Bhupati was even more successful in in his mixed doubles Grand Slam career. He won five mixed doubles Grand Slam titles between 1999-2006 with five different partners, among them France’s Mary Pierce, Slovakia’s Daniela Hantuchova and Switzerland’s Martina Hingis.

 

In 2001, Mahesh Bhupathi received one of India’s highest civilian honours, the Padma Shri.

 

Bhupathi is the founder of International Premier League Tennis. In December 2016, Bhupathi was appointed India’s next non-playing Davis Cup Captain, he took over from Anand Amritraj in February 2017.

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What topics does Mahesh Bhupathi speak about?

Mahesh Bhupathi speaks on a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Mahesh to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Mahesh Bhupathi available for international events?

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Does Mahesh Bhupathi deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Mahesh Bhupathi is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Mahesh Bhupathi?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Mahesh can accommodate.

Can Mahesh Bhupathi tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

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What languages does Mahesh Bhupathi present in?

Mahesh Bhupathi delivers keynotes in Hindi. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Mahesh Bhupathi a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Mahesh Bhupathi's areas of expertise include a range of business, leadership and industry subjects. To get a clear sense of Mahesh's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Mahesh Bhupathi speak at?

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Does Mahesh Bhupathi offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Mahesh Bhupathi is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Mahesh Bhupathi?

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