Chandigarh: There is one picture in Indian tennis history that has sort of become definitive of Leander Paes and his ability to consistently punch above his weight: the diminutive Indian standing on the podium at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics wearing that bronze medal.


Spain's silver-medallist Sergi Bruguera (left), gold medallist Andre Agassi (centre) and Leander Paes with the bronze medal during the men's singles event at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Pic/Getty Images 

It was one of the proudest moments for him and for Indian sports.
Sergi Bruguera may be playing in India for the first time, but having been seared into our memories through that iconic image, he's no stranger to Indians.