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President Pranab Mukherjee hails Sania Mirza's win

Sania Mirza (R) and Martina Hingis with their trophies following their doubles win at Wimbledon

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS)

President Pranab Mukherjee on Sunday congratulated Sania Mirza for winning the Wimbledon Grand Slam women's doubles title along with Martina Hingis.

In a message, the president said "Please accept my hearty congratulations and best wishes. As the first woman from India to clinch this Grand Slam title, you have set a new benchmark of success for tennis players that will inspire the youth of India, especially women. The nation joins your family and you in celebrating this accomplishment.

"I look forward to your winning for India many more such laurels in the future."

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