Which Indian Lawn Tennis player became the first Asian player to win the Boys’ Singles title at Wimbledon in 1954?
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SSC MTS 11th October 2021 Shift-1
Ramanathan Krishnan
Correct AnswerRamesh Krishnan
Incorrect AnswerAnand Amritraj
Incorrect AnswerVijay Amritraj
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- Ramanathan Krishnan: He made history by becoming the first Asian player to win the Boys’ Singles title at Wimbledon in 1954.
- Ramesh Krishnan: He is the son of Ramanathan Krishnan and also had a successful tennis career, but he did not win the Wimbledon Boys’ Singles title.
- Anand Amritraj: Part of the famous Amritraj siblings, he excelled in doubles but did not achieve the same milestone in singles at Wimbledon.
- Vijay Amritraj: Known for his singles and doubles prowess, especially in Davis Cup, but did not win the Wimbledon Boys’ Singles title.
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