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What is the single most important quality in a tennis champion? I

What is the single most important quality in a tennis champion? I would have to say desire, staying in there and winning matches when you are not playing that well. – John McEnroe

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The important thing is to learn a lesson every time you lose. Life is a learning process and you have to try to learn whats best for you. Let me tell you, life is not fun when youre banging your head against a brick wall all the time. – John McEnroe

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I am amazed, not only by the beauty of Rogers game, but also the consistency of his tournament wins. Even more amazing is the fact that he seems to love what he is doing and he handles the pressure so well. Roger is a great champion and ambassador for our sport. – John McEnroe

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People say Im around because I have a lot of heart, but I know all the heart in the world couldnt have helped me if I wasnt physically fit. – Jimmy Connors

I let my racket do the talking. Thats what I am all about, really. I just go out and win tennis matches. – Pete Sampras

I hate to lose more than I love to win. – Jimmy Connors

One day you can be a kid, but another day you have to be like this is your job, you play tennis. You have to work for that. – Martina Hingis

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