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“The support is absolutely crucial. If you have the right people helping you in the lead up to a major event, then you know when you're lining up to start the race you have them there with you, willing you on. And I'm not only referring to the coaches, mechanics, physios, administrators, but also family and friends.”

Quote by Chris Hoy

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Chris Hoy

Chris Hoy, born on March 23, 1976, in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a renowned professional cyclist. He has achieved numerous world championships and Olympic gold medals throughout his career, becoming a legendary figure in British cycling history. more

“When you're on your own you have control over most of the variables involved in the preparation and the race itself, whilst in a team event you are only a part of the overall picture. The real upside of being part of a team is the fact that when you're successful in a race you can share the celebrations together.”

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“Training can be monotonous, and it is hard work, but you never lose sight of why you are doing it. Every single effort of every single session counts in the months and years leading up to a big event.”

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“If you go to the line knowing you have given it absolutely 100% in every training session you have done, you know that there's nothing else you could have done and that helps you to deal with the pressure.”

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“But, at the moment, when I step on the pitch, when I have the ball I know it's mine. It's just a feeling.”

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