You come to realize that life is short, and you have to step up. Don't feel sorry for me. Much is expected of those who are strong.
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Arthur Ashe
Born: July 10, 1943 – Died: February 6, 1993
Nationality: American
Known for: tennis player, Activist
Arthur Ashe (1943–1993) was a pioneering American professional tennis player and a powerful voice for social justice. He broke barriers as the first Black player on the U.S. Davis Cup team and remains the only Black man to win singles titles at Wimbledon, the US Open, and the Australian Open. Beyond the court, Ashe was known for his grace and courage, using his platform to advocate for human rights and health awareness, making his words truly impactful.
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Drummed into me, above all, by my dad, by the whole family, was that without your good name, you would be nothing.
The world over - 50 million children start playing tennis... when I was holding a cup I never asked GOD 'Why me?'. And today in pain I should not be asking GOD 'Why me?'
If one's reputation is a possession, then of all my possessions, my reputation means most to me.
It's an abnormal world I live in. I don't belong anywhere. It's like I'm floating down the middle. I'm never quite sure where I am.
There is a syndrome in sports called 'paralysis by analysis.'
You really are never playing an opponent. You are playing yourself.
Throughout my formal education I spent many, many hours in public and school libraries. Libraries became courts of last resort, as it were. The current definitive answer to almost any question can be found within the four walls of most libraries.
When we were together, I loved you deeply and you gave me so much happiness I can never repay you.
With what we give, we make a life.