Being famous before you've formed your personality, before you have that self-esteem, is dangerous.
Chris EvertIf you're a champion, you have to have it in your heart. You can have the greatest coaches in the world, all the opportunities to play, and the greatest equipment, but if you don't have it inside, you're not going to make it. On the other hand, if you don't have any of those luxuries but you have heart and courage and the guts to go out there and grind it out, then you'll make it.
Chris EvertThere were times when deep down inside I wanted to win so badly I could actually will it to happen. I think most of my career has been based on desire.
Chris EvertOf all my achievements in tennis, I'm probably as proud of my record on clay courts as any of my Wimbledon, U.S. Open or French singles titles.
Chris Evert