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“I had one good racket, a Wilson Javelin. It was my favorite racket, and I made the mistake of putting it next to the heater. It just got so hot that it melted.”

Quote by Stefan Edberg

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Stefan Edberg, a Swedish tennis player born on January 19, 1966, is renowned in the tennis world for his elegant play, exceptional skill, and remarkable competitive spirit. more

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