This is my career highlight. Getting to the fourth round in the U.S. Open in my first year in the U.S. Open and first year on the tour.

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.

Fear isn't an excuse to come to a standstill. It's the impetus to step up and strike.

My potential is more than can be expressed within the bounds of my race or ethnic identity.

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.

Do not feel sorry for me if I am gone.

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