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“I'm proud of the way I've dealt with setbacks. It's hard when you feel down and you think, 'Why is the world doing this to me?' But you have to pick yourself up again. That's what makes you a better athlete.”

Quote by Jessica Ennis

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Jessica Ennis
Jessica Ennis

Jessica Ennis, born on January 28, 1986, is a distinguished track and field athlete from the United Kingdom. She has achieved significant success in the long jump and heptathlon events, winning numerous international titles. Her career is marked by a series of triumphs, culminating in the gold medal in the women's heptathlon at the London Olympics, making her a national hero in British athletics. more

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