Which two Indians became the first pair to reach the finals of all Grand Slams in a year in the Open era, winning French Open and Wimbledon as top seeds?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3. i.e. Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupathi .
- Leander Paes and Mahesh Bhupati became the first pair to reach the men's doubles finals of all four Grand Slams, by winning the French Open and Wimbledon, rise to world No.1 in the men's doubles tennis rankings, in addition to an ATP Tour Title in Chennai.
- The 1999 Australian Open was the first Grand Slam final for Leander Paes and a third for Mahesh Bhupathi. It was the first men's doubles Grand Slam final for both players.