You learn about equality in history and civics, but you find out life is not really like that.

If I didn't play tennis I probably would have to see a psychiatrist.

You've got to make a lot of sacrifices and spend a lot of time if you really want to achieve with this sport, or in any sport, or in anything truly worthwhile.

With what we give, we make a life.

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

True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.

If I don't ask "Why me?" after my victories, I cannot ask "Why me?" after my setbacks and disasters.