By According to reports, Ali had been suffering from different ailments for the last few months.
He was even hospitalised for a few days before getting discharged recently.
He passed away at 2:30 a.m. on Sunday.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee tweeted her condolence to the family of the ace player.
In a tweet, she wrote: “Saddened to hear about the passing of Akhtar Ali, a true tennis legend. ‘Akhtar Sir’ coached many of India’s tennis champions. We conferred Bengal’s highest sporting award on him in 2015. I was fortunate to always receive his warm affection. Condolences to his family and admirers.”
Saddened to hear about the passing of Akhtar Ali, a true tennis legend. ‘Akhtar Sir’ coached many of India’s tennis champions. We conferred Bengal’s highest sporting award on him in 2015. I was fortunate to always receive his warm affection. Condolences to his family and admirers
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) February 7, 2021
All Indian Tennis Association also tweeted a condolence message on his demise.
Rest in Peace #AkhtarAli ji ? pic.twitter.com/DYd8LaAeoE
— All India Tennis Association (@AITA__Tennis) February 7, 2021
His cremation will take place at 4 PM.
