[1] During his career Bates won two Grand Slam mixed doubles titles, at Wimbledon in 1987 and the Australian Open in 1991, partnering his fellow British player Jo Durie.

As a singles player, Bates reached the fourth round at Wimbledon twice – in 1992 and 1994 – losing on both occasions to France's Guy Forget.

He was the British national champion six times, and played in 20 Davis Cup ties for Britain, scoring 27 wins and 24 losses.

Since leaving the tour, he has served as captain of Britain's Davis Cup team as well as playing in seniors' events.

He quit Sutton Tennis Academy in May 2010, and worked as a broadcaster and commentator for the BBC, Eurosport and Sky.