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Mahesh Bhupathi hits out at AITA for banning him
Updated On: 18 September, 2012 03:39 PM IST | | Agencies
Stung by the two-year ban imposed on him, veteran tennis star Mahesh Bhupathi today slammed the AITA, accusing the game's governing body of resorting to "divide-and-rule" policy and said its "dictatorial attitude" will be harmful for the future of Indian tennis
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A hurt Bhupathi made a scathing attack on AITA and its president Anil Khanna who, he alleged, was playing "dirty politics" and creating rift among players, particularly between him and Leander Paes.u00a0
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"Khanna has redefined the term divide and rule.u00a0
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The AITA and its dictatorial attitude, and its administration are harmful for the future of Indian tennis," Bhupathi said at a press conference here today where he also circulated his correspondence with the AITA ahead of the London Olympics.u00a0
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The veteran tennis pro said he had no choice but to accept the ban but was now exploring legal options.u00a0
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"My being termed a dictator is unacceptable to me. I don't know if we can do anything, but there is no option not to accept the ban. We will definitely pursue a legal route. (My) lawyers are deciding the course of action, can't say much now," he said.u00a0
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Mahesh Bhupathi
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