Farewell to a Sports Icon: Dr. Vece Paes Commemorated by Mourners and Sports Legends
Dr. Vece Paes, an Olympic bronze medalist and sports medicine pioneer, was honored by mourners including cricket legend Sourav Ganguly and hockey head Dilip Tirkey. His passing marked an emotional gathering of peers, with son Leander Paes supported by friends and family while bidding farewell in Kolkata.
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On Sunday, Kolkata bid adieu to Dr. Vece Paes, an Olympic bronze medalist and trailblazer in sports medicine. The somber ceremony saw an outpouring of grief as former cricketer Sourav Ganguly and Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey joined mourners.
The service, held at St Thomas' Church, was attended by former athletes and notable personalities including Arun Lal and Derek O'Brien. Emotional moments punctuated the event as young players lined the route, honoring Paes with raised sticks.
Dr. Paes' legacy as a versatile sportsman and medical expert was lauded by Tirkey, emphasizing his groundbreaking contributions to sports science and player health. His passing leaves a void in the sports community, but his influence endures.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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