Vijay Amritraj was respected and treated by world countries as an unappointed Ambassador of India. Once Bill Clinton saw Vijay at Wimbledon. After exchange of pleasantries, Clinton invited Vijay and family for a dinner at White House, an extraordinary gesture to an exemplary sportsman. We are proud, Vijay.
Same batch at Loyola College Chennai. Occasionally saw him in college. Followed his career closely (the ABC of 🎾 tennis, those days - Amritraj, Borg and Connors - started in that order but certainly didn't continue in that order) Gentleman on the court, and outside, most definitely.
I can never forget seeing them on Sterling Road, going for their morning practice with Aunty ( their mother)..WOWand now to get here is absolutely awesome! Hearty Congratulations!!
Vijay Amritraj is a great ambassador for India and tennis. As a player I remember his tremendous play against Mats Wilander in 1985 Davis cup, when he beat him in straight sets. Wilander was in the top 3 in the world then. 1987 Davis cup, he came from down match point against Martin Jaite of Argentina and won the match and helped India win 3-2. Thanks to him and Ramesh Krishnan, India made it to 1987 Davis Cup finals. He was the reason tennis fans in Chennai could watch great players in Chennai Open. Sad that Indian Tennis association could not carry forward the great work that Vijay did. His love and respect for his parents is truly admirable. I remember seeing an interview of his mother who mentioned how she would take her boys to many competitions. He had great parents and he lived as per their expectations- as a kind, generous and very decent human being and a fierce competitor who always played fair. Vijay, we are very proud of you. ❤
He is of my age. I have been following his game right from the beginning. He along with Borg and Conners were called the ABC of Tennis those days. Congratulations and Celebrations 🌹
Congratulations Vijay for this honor and it’s long overdue. You put India on the World Tennis Map. You have lived up to every one’s expectations without complaining or compromising. Your interviews at the Slams were amazing and enjoyable. As a part of the trio ABC(Amitharaj, Borg, Connors) you have seen and given it all. Salute. PS Everytime I pass through Chesney Lane enroute to FM Hall in Egmore Chennai I think of you. 🙏
I saw him playing in my college(AM Hain College, Minambakkam) annual tennis tournament, coming with his brother Anand ad Mom Mrs. Amritraj; he was competitive with Ramesh, Shankar, Joe, Jayakumar Royappa and others. I never forget his match against Jise Louis of Argentina in 1973 Wimbledon. A missed SF by a whisker. True professional and thorough gentleman. Congratulations Mr.Vijay. you, Ramesh, Leander, Mahesh all made our country men keep their held high.
Hello Vijay, You have been a hero in my life from early ages. I have played tennis for close to 40 years but never competed in any tournament. I used to follow your success through newspapers in 70s and 80s when there was no TV. I am 72 now and I am so happy for your induction in Tennis Hall of Fame. You richly and thoroughly deserve it. You have been a terrific ambassador of Tennis as a sport indeed! Congratulations and May God bless you!
Such an honour to have met you, Vijay Sir, and shaken your formidable hands! You're one of my favourite sporting heroes and even if you never played any sport, I would be a fan of your amazing, positive, joyous personality. Such a blessing to have met both your parents too!
Congrats to Vijay Amritraj for this stellar achievement 🎾🏆. With his incredible contributions to tennis, he’s definitely earned his spot in the Hall of Fame. Not only was Vijay a formidable player, racking up 16 ATP titles, but he was also a trailblazer, breaking boundaries as India’s first world-class tennis player. And that’s not even mentioning his commentary career or all the humanitarian work he’s done. A true legend of the game!
Great Speech..didn't know he was such a great orator...remember my childhood watching some of the greatest tennis players Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Manuel Orantes, Jimmy Conners to mention a few.....miss those days
Super congratulations vijay sir. We Indians are all honoured and blessed by being you and Leander inducted to 2024 International Tennis Hall of Fame. You both are our true Indian sports ambassadors to bring glory to India. What an inspiring speech you both gave after accepting the great honour. Truly incredible. Hats off to both of you for leading a success story from a humble and unimaginable beginnings. Kudos once again.
I remember going to a tennis match in South orange NJ where Vijay and his brother played doubles. I met his mother and gave them a batch of masala dosas that they desired think the year was 1973 I think. Congrats Vijay👏👍🏾💐
We love so much Vijay ( Vijay means victory). His Parents gave him a lovely name, very thoughtfully ! He gave so much happiness as player and later as a Tennis administrator & a commentator.
A very touching speech. A thorough gentleman. We grew up reading his tennis exploits in 70s, 80s. Recognition came and so deservedly ..Well , better late than never... Great sportsmen and equally great human beings. ❤🎉
Wore his pride of India literally on his chest. Paved way to new heights in a sport which was hitherto not achieved and inspired many to follow. His role as a commentator was probably even more stellar than his career as a player. Not to mention his family's contribution in the academy they created (Paes was one of the products), production of hollywood movies...... I am sure the whole country is very proud of you Vijay Amritraj.
Simplicity and humility was always your style. Being a loyolite and in the hostel we always saw you , Anand and parents… not to forget the Sundays in church. You’ve been the pall bearer for sport in this country..Congratulations sir.
Better late than never, congrats Mr Amritraj. When I grew up - it was you and Ramesh Krishnan, followed later by Leander. Now we produce world class athletes - but you, Prakash Padukone and few others paved the way for all.
Legenda dunia,legenda olah raga,legenda karier olah raga mendunia,berkarier di bidang olah raga,berprestasi,menjadi legenda dunia,menteladani kesuksesan ,penuh lika - liku , dari waktu ke waktu,suka dan duka,senang,sedih,gembira, merayakan,di rayakan,di hormati,di hargai,mendapat tanda pengharagaan dan mendali ,kenang - kenangan seumur hidup,terima kasih ,selamat,good bless you all .
The News Paper captions called him ' 'The Tall Dark Handsom Indian Prince',when he gave a very very tough fight to then reining king of Wimbledon Court Bjorn Borg in semifinals. Amritraj was the real prince of the game. Congratulations Vijay Amritraj! The gentleman of the game .You made India proud! God Bless you & your Family.
Vijay...along with Borg and Connors made up the ABC of tennis. Truly the best Indian tennis player ever who did not need a doubles partner to carry him through.
Congrats to Vijay and Leandar. Very proud moment for india indeed. I hope mahesh bhupathi is also in line for this honor. I wonder whether Ramanathan krishnan was inducted as well. Vijay has always been an excellent ambassador for tennis and he truly deserved it. IMHO he waited for a long time..
It's not Vijay but the hall of fame should feel itself honoured .The fact that it was bestowed to a black man and Indian so late in the twilight of his illustrious life bears testimony of racial bias and intolerance towards non whites and disgusting and disgraceful behavior for treating them as second class citizen .He would have been given the title of SIR if he was white .Vijay, Michael ferera billiards, Sunny gavaskar, and P. T. Usha were the icons in 1970 who kept the indian flag flying high. Thanks to whoever has uploaded this video as I go down memory lane watching him win national championship at Deccan gymkhana Pune way back in early 1970s. Wow, what a pleasant surprise to see his lovely family.!!
@sharadchandrachuhan5517 you’re a disgrace you dimwit. He was not inducted as a player but as a contributor. Contributors always have to wait a lot longer than those players who are all time greats. It’s a longer body of work. Nothing to do with race you ignoramus.
No mention of Krishnan (the earlier one;) and Naresh Kumar who laid the foundation in domestic tennis? I guess some players don't stand on the shoulders of giants because tennis is an individual sport. Anyway, congratulations all the same on this honor, Vijay.
Vijay Amritraj was respected and treated by world countries as an unappointed Ambassador of India. Once Bill Clinton saw Vijay at Wimbledon. After exchange of pleasantries, Clinton invited Vijay and family for a dinner at White House, an extraordinary gesture to an exemplary sportsman. We are proud, Vijay.
My favourite Vijay Amritraj,, God bless you forever 💞❤
Long overdue for Mr. Vijay Amritraj! Congratulations sir👌👍💐
Same batch at Loyola College Chennai. Occasionally saw him in college. Followed his career closely (the ABC of 🎾 tennis, those days - Amritraj, Borg and Connors - started in that order but certainly didn't continue in that order)
Gentleman on the court, and outside, most definitely.
I can never forget seeing them on Sterling Road, going for their morning practice with Aunty ( their mother)..WOWand now to get here is absolutely awesome! Hearty Congratulations!!
Vijay Amritraj is a great ambassador for India and tennis. As a player I remember his tremendous play against Mats Wilander in 1985 Davis cup, when he beat him in straight sets. Wilander was in the top 3 in the world then.
1987 Davis cup, he came from down match point against Martin Jaite of Argentina and won the match and helped India win 3-2. Thanks to him and Ramesh Krishnan, India made it to 1987 Davis Cup finals.
He was the reason tennis fans in Chennai could watch great players in Chennai Open. Sad that Indian Tennis association could not carry forward the great work that Vijay did.
His love and respect for his parents is truly admirable.
I remember seeing an interview of his mother who mentioned how she would take her boys to many competitions. He had great parents and he lived as per their expectations- as a kind, generous and very decent human being and a fierce competitor who always played fair.
Vijay, we are very proud of you. ❤
He is of my age. I have been following his game right from the beginning.
He along with Borg and Conners were called the ABC of Tennis those days.
Congratulations and Celebrations 🌹
Congratulations, Mr. Amritraj! Thank you for sharing your story of adversity and overcoming it! Very inspirational! 🙏🙏
Take a bow to you Vijay and Pranams to your parents. Couldn't stop shedding 'Tears ofJoy' hearing your acceptance speech!
A great sportsman and very charming personality, inspired millions with his grit and determination!
What a simple and moving speech! Such a joy to listen to Vijay!! 👏👏👏
Vijay was a friend of my family. A nice man. A class act. His brother spoke at my dad's memorial service.
Congratulations Vijay for this honor and it’s long overdue. You put India on the World Tennis Map. You have lived up to every one’s expectations without complaining or compromising. Your interviews at the Slams were amazing and enjoyable. As a part of the trio ABC(Amitharaj, Borg, Connors) you have seen and given it all. Salute.
PS
Everytime I pass through Chesney Lane enroute to FM Hall in Egmore Chennai I think of you. 🙏
Pride of India! Thank you and Congratulations Vijayji 🙏🏼👏🏼
Hi Vijay ! You are a " Hero"- stood the test of time and won our hearts.❤❤
Besides being a legend of Indian tennis, Vijay is a great human being. Congratulations for being chosen for this coveted Hall of Fame.
Thank You Vijay for a wonderful speech!!!
Congratulations to you & your family.
I am very happy to work for your parents in Chennai when I have met you few times and arranged a video shoot for Indian Railways..great moment!!
I saw him playing in my college(AM Hain College, Minambakkam) annual tennis tournament, coming with his brother Anand ad Mom Mrs. Amritraj; he was competitive with Ramesh, Shankar, Joe, Jayakumar Royappa and others.
I never forget his match against Jise Louis of Argentina in 1973 Wimbledon. A missed SF by a whisker.
True professional and thorough gentleman.
Congratulations Mr.Vijay. you, Ramesh, Leander, Mahesh all made our country men keep their held high.
You deserve this VJ…
Congratulations! Legend..
Hello Vijay,
You have been a hero in my life from early ages. I have played tennis for close to 40 years but never competed in any tournament. I used to follow your success through newspapers in 70s and 80s when there was no TV. I am 72 now and I am so happy for your induction in Tennis Hall of Fame. You richly and thoroughly deserve it. You have been a terrific ambassador of Tennis as a sport indeed!
Congratulations and May God bless you!
Miraculously, you didn't keep any matches in videos or other of Vijay?
Marvellous you have made every Indian proud. May the Lord continue to bless your journey. Well played!!
Such a humble and moving tribute to all those who made him what he is… a great player, a great human being. Kudos, Sir!
Finest gentleman and a good tennis star.Excellent commentator.Happy to say that I am also the alumni of the great Loyola College.
This is what education and cultural diversity can bring to the talented people of India. Love you Vijay 🎉❤
@@stephenjeyapaul2664 and don't forget patriotism and pride in one's culture. It's great to see Vijay wear the Indian flag with pride.
Thanks Vijay.. Sir.. It's s great honor for us indians.. And thank you for referring us.. To every fellow Indian in major cities and towns...
Such an honour to have met you, Vijay Sir, and shaken your formidable hands! You're one of my favourite sporting heroes and even if you never played any sport, I would be a fan of your amazing, positive, joyous personality. Such a blessing to have met both your parents too!
Congrats to Vijay Amritraj for this stellar achievement 🎾🏆. With his incredible contributions to tennis, he’s definitely earned his spot in the Hall of Fame.
Not only was Vijay a formidable player, racking up 16 ATP titles, but he was also a trailblazer, breaking boundaries as India’s first world-class tennis player. And that’s not even mentioning his commentary career or all the humanitarian work he’s done. A true legend of the game!
Great Speech..didn't know he was such a great orator...remember my childhood watching some of the greatest tennis players Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Manuel Orantes, Jimmy Conners to mention a few.....miss those days
Vijay Amritraj. What a player, what a gentleman! Richly deserved!! 🎉
Super congratulations vijay sir. We Indians are all honoured and blessed by being you and Leander inducted to 2024 International Tennis Hall of Fame. You both are our true Indian sports ambassadors to bring glory to India. What an inspiring speech you both gave after accepting the great honour. Truly incredible. Hats off to both of you for leading a success story from a humble and unimaginable beginnings. Kudos once again.
Such an incredible speech
Ultimate honor in the Tennis Hall of Fame.
I remember going to a tennis match in South orange NJ where Vijay and his brother played doubles. I met his mother and gave them a batch of masala dosas that they desired think the year was 1973 I think. Congrats Vijay👏👍🏾💐
Vijay brought fame and laurels to India and he is a true gentleman love by many throughout the world. God bless you Vijay. 👏👏
We love so much Vijay ( Vijay means victory). His Parents gave him a lovely name, very thoughtfully !
He gave so much happiness as player and later as a Tennis administrator & a commentator.
Vijay Sir. Congratulations. Richly deserved.
A very touching speech. A thorough gentleman. We grew up reading his tennis exploits in 70s, 80s. Recognition came and so deservedly ..Well , better late than never... Great sportsmen and equally great human beings. ❤🎉
Hearty Congratulaions to Vijay Sir.. Peas sir❤❤❤ You made us proud for many many years ❤❤❤
Wore his pride of India literally on his chest. Paved way to new heights in a sport which was hitherto not achieved and inspired many to follow. His role as a commentator was probably even more stellar than his career as a player. Not to mention his family's contribution in the academy they created (Paes was one of the products), production of hollywood movies...... I am sure the whole country is very proud of you Vijay Amritraj.
What a Great Player and Commentator Vijay Amritraj Sir was, One of the best in the World, Most Deserving, and Highly Pumping 🌹🌹🌹
Met you sir, at an event in London once. True legend and a great ambassador for India.
Watched you as a child during the davis cup matches. One of my greatest moments to see you in the Hall of Fame. Heartiest congratulation.
Miraculously, you didn't keep any matches in videos or other of Vijay?
Congratulations on a great career... and a great speech.
In the 70s, one of the most beautiful players to watch play!! Pure talent!! Very classy
Proud moment, last sentence was an ace ❤
Grace, Poise and Elegance - The persona of Mr Vijay , Congratulations on getting inducted into the ITHF🎉🎉🎉Proud of your journey
Simplicity and humility was always your style. Being a loyolite and in the hostel we always saw you , Anand and parents… not to forget the Sundays in church. You’ve been the pall bearer for sport in this country..Congratulations sir.
I have never seen him play but the slams weren't the same once Vijay Amritraj was not part of the commentary team. What a commentator!
Vija Amrtraj is a legendary ace tennis player who is known as ABCD of tennis in 1973 yr or so. He too is an great human .Touching talk.
Congratulations.. Vijay A.. God bless
Better late than never, congrats Mr Amritraj. When I grew up - it was you and Ramesh Krishnan, followed later by Leander. Now we produce world class athletes - but you, Prakash Padukone and few others paved the way for all.
As an Indian I am feeling extremely proud 🎉❤
Legenda dunia,legenda olah raga,legenda karier olah raga mendunia,berkarier di bidang olah raga,berprestasi,menjadi legenda dunia,menteladani kesuksesan ,penuh lika - liku , dari waktu ke waktu,suka dan duka,senang,sedih,gembira,
merayakan,di rayakan,di hormati,di hargai,mendapat tanda pengharagaan dan mendali ,kenang - kenangan seumur hidup,terima kasih ,selamat,good bless you all .
The legend .my childhood Hero,we bhartiya love you and pride on him .the name is Vijay Amritraj.
Congrats Vijay Amritraj ... truly deserved and much delayed as well
Awesome. Congratulations
Vijay is my all time favorite tennis player and a wonderful person.
Great speech sir. Constellations on this honour 🌷🌺💐🌹🌸
CONGRATULATIONS VIJAY AMRITRAJ
GOD BLESS YOU CHAMPION ❤
Brilliant Commentator.!
A wonderful tennis ambassador
Long long overdue. Congratulations Vijay sir and also congratulations to Leander Paes. Two legends of the sport and icons in our country 🇮🇳🙏
The News Paper captions called him ' 'The Tall Dark Handsom Indian Prince',when he gave a very very tough fight to then reining king of Wimbledon Court Bjorn Borg in semifinals. Amritraj was the real prince of the game.
Congratulations Vijay Amritraj! The gentleman of the game .You made India proud! God Bless you & your Family.
What a moment? The great Vijay Amritraj , the greatest tennis player from India has been inducted into the international Tennis Hall of Fame.
Thank you Vijay
From Peru
Indian 71, from Chennai
❤❤❤❤❤great work u have done to Indian ❤❤
Vijay...along with Borg and Connors made up the ABC of tennis. Truly the best Indian tennis player ever who did not need a doubles partner to carry him through.
What a fantastic achievement! Congrats!
❤important thing in sports is it keeps the world united in oneness ❤❤❤❤❤
Congratulations
Congratulations 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
THANKS TO HALL OF FAME ORGANIZERS FOR CONDUCTING THIS GREAT EVENT . WITH GREAT LEGENDS OF TENNIES
Congratulations Vijay
Respect to you sir, graceful as always
Congratulations! We love you Vijay! When you are coming back home?
Proud moment for every Indian.
Vijay Amritraj …the pride of India… 🇮🇳
The great Vijay Amritraj🙏🏼🙏🏼
Congratulations !
Thank you Vijay Sir.
Richly DESERVED💕
What an Ambassador for all of India 🫡🙏
ABC of international tennis now really complete
Respect🙏
❤love you sir
🇮🇳 Jai hind
A great privilege for India! Could have mentioned Ramanathan Krishnan and Ramesh Krishnan.
He deserves what he did for tennis fraternity.
Congrats to Vijay and Leandar. Very proud moment for india indeed. I hope mahesh bhupathi is also in line for this honor. I wonder whether Ramanathan krishnan was inducted as well. Vijay has always been an excellent ambassador for tennis and he truly deserved it. IMHO he waited for a long time..
Congrats🎉
Wonderful!
Deep Christian roots. So nice. Praise GOD. GOD bless Vijay & Leander. Legends of India 🇮🇳
It's not Vijay but the hall of fame should feel itself honoured .The fact that it was bestowed to a black man and Indian so late in the twilight of his illustrious life bears testimony of racial bias and intolerance towards non whites and disgusting and disgraceful behavior for treating them as second class citizen .He would have been given the title of SIR if he was white .Vijay, Michael ferera billiards, Sunny gavaskar, and P. T. Usha were the icons in 1970 who kept the indian flag flying high. Thanks to whoever has uploaded this video as I go down memory lane watching him win national championship at Deccan gymkhana Pune way back in early 1970s. Wow, what a pleasant surprise to see his lovely family.!!
@sharadchandrachuhan5517 you’re a disgrace you dimwit. He was not inducted as a player but as a contributor. Contributors always have to wait a lot longer than those players who are all time greats. It’s a longer body of work. Nothing to do with race you ignoramus.
The Legend
Great ambassador of sports
Intelligent guy.
Greatest tennis player from India with due respect to Ramanathan Krishnan!!
Krishnan is the greatest, then Vijay. Was no.3 and twice in Wimbledon semis.
No mention of Krishnan (the earlier one;) and Naresh Kumar who laid the foundation in domestic tennis? I guess some players don't stand on the shoulders of giants because tennis is an individual sport. Anyway, congratulations all the same on this honor, Vijay.
He deserves more exposure than the Ambani family glitz and glamour
Nita Ambani can make 100s of Amritrajs if she desires.Her love for sports second to none in India
Are these DEI awards?
one sentence of yours was very painful for many.
Gentlman player