Indian tennis icon Vijay Amritraj emphasized that doubles success cannot substitute for elite singles achievements. Speaking ahead of Wimbledon 2026, he revealed his ultimate career dream is to commentate on an Indian singles player competing on Centre Court
Indian tennis legend Vijay Amritraj believes Novak Djokovic's relentless hunger for success remains his greatest strength as the Serbian chases a record 25th Grand Slam title at Wimbledon. He also backed Jannik Sinner while expecting Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev to challenge strongly.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred 65 Padma awards at the second civil investiture ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, honouring eminent personalities across diverse fields. Tennis legend Vijay Amritraj, actor Mammootty, cricketer Rohit Sharma, playback singer Alka Yagnik, and actor Satish Shah (posthumously) were among the recipients.
President Droupadi Murmu will confer the Padma Awards 2026 at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II on June 23 at Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi. Among the 65 awardees are former Union Minister Shibu Soren (posthumous), tennis star Vijay Amritraj, actor Mammootty, and singer Alka Yagnik.
