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Deccan Herald
4 days ago
- Sport
- Deccan Herald
‘Saint' of Indian hockey wore multiple hats
A true legend of Indian sport, Vece, born in Goa in April 1945, was the bronze medallist at the 1971 World Cup and the 1972 Olympics. Interestingly, the midfielder was studying for his MBBS while he won the two major accolades.
Mint
5 days ago
- Sport
- Mint
Vece Paes dies: Condolences pour in for 1972 Olympics Indian hockey bronze medallist & father of Leander Paes
A member of the bronze medal-winning Indian hockey team and father of tennis legend Leander Peas, Vece Paes breathed his last on Thursday at the age of 80. Vece, who was suffering from advanced stage of Parkinson's disease, was admitted to a city hospital on Tuesday morning. Born in 1945 in Goa, Vece donned several hats in Indian sports. He played as a midfielder in the Indian hockey team and also participated in several other sports like football, cricket and rugby. He had also served as the president of the Indian Rugby Football Union from 1996 to 2002. Beides being an active sportsperson, Vece studied sports medicine in Kolkata and worked as a medical consultant with several sports bodies including the Asian Cricket Council, the Board of Control for Cricket in India and the Indian Davis Cup team. Vece's death has left the sporting fraternity in shock. Former Indian hockey captain Viren Rasquinha thanked Vece for his contribution. 'Very sad to hear of the passing of Dr. Vece Paes. He was a midfielder with the team that won the bronze medal at 1972 Munich Olympics. An amazing Sports Physician, he was team doctor when I played at Athens 2004. Incredible human being. RIP Doc. Thank you for everything,' he wrote. Former India cricketer and coach of senior national women's team, WV Raman also expressed his condolences. 'Extremely sad to hear about the passing away of Dr Vece Paes, the soft spoken Olympic medal winner. Had the privilege of working with him for #CAB. Heartfelt condolences to @Leander and other family members..#RIP Doc..,' Raman wrote. Hockey India remembed Vece and said his legacy will live on. 'Dr. Vece Paes, a true sports icon, sadly passed away this morning. His achievements on and off the field inspired generations. As a member of the 1972 Munich Olympics bronze-winning team, he made India proud. His legacy will live on,' wrote Hockey India on social media.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Who Was Vece Paes? All You Need To Know About The Legendary Polymath
Vece, who was part of the bronze-winning Indian Hockey Team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, transcended the limitations of a sporting individual like few others did. The legendary Indian hockey star, sports medicine expert and administrator Vece Paes, father of tennis star Leander, reached his heavenly abode on the 14th of August, 2025. Vece, who was part of the bronze-winning Indian Hockey Team at the 1972 Munich Olympics, transcended the limitations of a sporting individual thanks to his innovations in sport science and his contribution to anti-doping awareness activities. Dr. Vece Paes, a true sports icon, sadly passed away this morning. His achievements on and off the field inspired generations. As a member of the 1972 Munich Olympics bronze-winning team, he made India proud. His legacy will live on. #RIPVecePaes #HockeyIndia — Hockey India (@TheHockeyIndia) August 14, 2025 ALSO READ | UEFA Super Cup: PSG Rally To Beat Tottenham As Spurs Hoodoo Haunts Thomas Frank Vece contributed to the Indian Hockey team at the Munich Olympics and competed in cricket, football, and rugby at divisional levels. He also served as President of the Indian Rugby Football Union from 1996 to 2002. A certified doctor in sports medicine, Vece combined his medical expertise with athletic insight. He also collaborated with the Asian Cricket Council and BCCI on anti-doping education programs. Vece held the position of President of the Calcutta Cricket and Football Club, one of the world's oldest sports clubs. Vece married Jennifer Dutton, a former Indian basketball player and great-granddaughter of Bengali poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt. His son, Leander Paes, followed in his footsteps as an Olympic medalist in tennis, making them the only father-son duo in India to achieve this feat. The passing of the iconic Vece sent shockwaves across the nation. Renowned personalities from various fields expressed their shock and dismay, extending their condolences and support to the Paes family during this challenging time. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
5 days ago
- Sport
- News18
Vece Paes, Olympic Medal-Winning Hockey Player And Father Of Tennis Legend Leander Paes, Dies At 80
Last Updated: Vece, who was part of the bronze-winning Indian Hockey Team at the 1972 Munich Olympics reached his heavenly abode on the 14th of August, 2025. Dr. Vece Paes, father of tennis star Leander, breathed his last on Thursday. Vece, who was part of the bronze-winning Indian Hockey Team at the 1972 Munich Olympics reached his heavenly abode on the 14th of August, 2025. Vece was a polymath, whose achievements encompasses athletic feats, medical innovation, and sports administration. Vece helped the Indian Hockey side at the Munich Olympics, also had competed in cricket, football, and rugby at divisional levels and served as President of the Indian Rugby Football Union from 1996 to 2002. Vece was a certified doctor in sports medicine, blending his medical expertise with athletic insight. He also worked with the Asian Cricket Council and BCCI on anti-doping education programs. Vece married Jennifer Dutton, a former Indian basketball player and great-granddaughter of Bengali poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt. His son, Leander Paes, followed in his footsteps as an Olympic medalist in tennis. They're the only father-son duo in India to achieve this fete. view comments First Published: August 14, 2025, 10:05 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
