Eight singles titles, one doubles titles and career prize money totalling $1,263,130 over one and a half decades on Tennis courts. That deserves more than a mention. But this hardly seems surprising, considering the illustrious achievements of his father Ramanathan Krishnan.

Inspired by his father, this genial and soft-spoken gentleman has kept the Indian flag flying high with his motivated performances in the Davis Cup not only as a player but also in his present status as the Indian team’s non-playing captain. He may not be equipped with the fastest serve in the world or the fastest moves on the tennis court, but his lionhearted approach won him both accolades and titles.

One of Ramesh Krishnan's most memorable triumphs was in the Davis Cup quarterfinals against France in 1993. It was the fag end of his career and he signed off in style. He won the crucial doubles match in the company of the then inexperienced Leander Paes and turned the tie in India's favour.

He is presently running a Tennis academy in Chennai set up on the lines of similar institutions in the United States. He helps youngsters who are inspired by the Leanders and Bhupathis of today, to realize potential and make dreams come true.