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“The difference is almost all mental. The top players just hate to lose. I think that's the difference. A champion hates to lose even more than she loves to win.”

Quote by Chris Evert

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Chris Evert, born on December 21, 1954, is a renowned tennis player from the United States. She is one of the most successful women tennis players in history, having won 18 Grand Slam singles titles. more

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