I'm learning to use others' weaknesses. I don't hammer a man's soft spot constantly, because he may strengthen it. I just save it as a trump up my sleeve for moments when I really need a point.

There is a terrific apprehension among some people that blacks will take over the sport... It will create problems because their behavior, speech and dress is just a completely different culture.

There is a syndrome in sports called 'paralysis by analysis.'

There's no better stage than the U.S. Open for me

My humanity, in common with all of God's children, gives the greatest flight to my full range of my possibilities.

If you're paid before you walk on the court, what's the point in playing as if your life depended on it?

Always have the situation under control, even if losing. Never betray an inward sense of defeat.