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“I have seriously thought about retiring, but that was on a good day. On a bad day I've thought about killing myself.”

Quote by Ivan Lendl

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Ivan Lendl, born on March 7, 1960, is a former professional tennis player renowned for his exceptional skill and competitive spirit. He is considered one of the greatest tennis players in history, having won 8 Grand Slam singles titles, including three Wimbledon championships and two US Open titles. Lendl was a dominant force in the 1980s and early 1990s, spending 270 weeks at the top of the world rankings. more

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