Leander Paes
Olympic bronze 1996 Atlanta, 18 Grand Slam doubles titles, India's greatest tennis player
With the Sun in Gemini (Western) and the Moon in Dhanu (Vedic Rashi), Leander Paes combines the air energy of Gemini with the agni (fire) depth of Dhanu, ruled by Guru (गुरु). Their Life Path 7 — the The Seeker — guided by Neptune, brings analytical, introspective, spiritual, and perceptive. deep t to everything they do.
About Leander Paes
Leander Adrian Paes is one of the most decorated doubles tennis players in history, having won eighteen Grand Slam titles and an Olympic medal. Born on June 17, 1973, in Kolkata, he inherited athletic pedigree from parents who both competed internationally for India. Paes vaulted onto the global stage by winning the singles bronze medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, ending India's 44-year individual Olympic medal drought. He achieved a career Grand Slam in both men's doubles and mixed doubles, famously partnering with legends like Martina Navratilova. Alongside compatriot Mahesh Bhupathi, he dominated the late 1990s in the "Indian Express" partnership, winning three major titles and reaching world number one. Demonstrating extraordinary longevity, he competed in seven consecutive Olympic Games from 1992 to 2016. Paes also holds the record for the most Davis Cup doubles victories with forty-four wins. He fundamentally transformed Indian tennis by demonstrating that homegrown players could conquer elite global tournaments. His ferocious competitive drive and unmatched dedication firmly secure his legacy as an eternal icon of Indian sport.
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Leander Paes — Birthday & Personal Facts
| Full Name | Leander Paes |
|---|---|
| Profession | Athlete |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | June 17, 1973 |
| Age | 53 years old |
| Chinese Zodiac | 🐂 Water Ox |
| Sun sign (Western) | ♊ Gemini |
| Moon sign (Rashi) | Dhanu |
| Nakshatra | Mula or Purva Ashadha (depends on birth time) |
| Life Path Number | 7 — The Seeker |
A genuine Vedic Kundli for Leander Paes would need their exact birth time and place, and those are not in the public record. The Ascendant (Lagna), house placements, Nakshatra and Dasha timeline all change with just a few minutes' difference — so we don't invent a time or quietly default to noon. This profile therefore shows only what the birth date can honestly support: Sun sign, Moon sign (Rashi), Chinese zodiac and Life Path.
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Astrological Profile
Gemini ♊ — The Air Sign
Gemini is the most versatile and adaptable sign. Represented by the twins, they have a dual nature — intellectual yet playful, serious yet light-hearted. Their curiosity is boundless and their communication skills unmatched.
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Career: Thrives in communication, journalism, teaching, sales, and technology. Versatility and ability to see multiple perspectives makes them outstanding negotiators.
Leander Paes's Age on Other Planets
| Planet | Age (planet years) | Orbit (Earth years) |
|---|---|---|
| ☿ Mercury | 221 | 0.2 |
| ♀ Venus | 86 | 0.6 |
| ♂ Mars | 28 | 1.9 |
| ♃ Jupiter | 4 | 11.9 |
| ♄ Saturn | 1 | 29.4 |
| ♅ Uranus | 0 | 84 |
| ♆ Neptune | 0 | 164.8 |
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When is Leander Paes's birthday?
Leander Paes was born on June 17, 1973.
How old is Leander Paes?
Leander Paes is 53 years old.
What is Leander Paes's zodiac sign?
Leander Paes's Western zodiac (Sun) sign is Gemini (May 21 – Jun 20), an element of Air ruled by Mercury.
What is Leander Paes's Moon sign (Rashi)?
Leander Paes's Moon sign (Vedic Rashi) is Dhanu: the sidereal Moon stayed in Dhanu for the whole of June 17, 1973, so it does not depend on the birth time. This is different from the Western Sun sign (Gemini).
What is Leander Paes's Chinese zodiac sign?
Leander Paes was born in the Year of the Ox (Water Ox) — Diligent, dependable, strong, determined.
What is Leander Paes known for?
Leander Paes is an Indian athlete known for: Olympic bronze 1996 Atlanta, 18 Grand Slam doubles titles, India's greatest tennis player
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