Each moment of my life I was dreaming of how great I could be, and continued working hard. Each time I closed my eyes I could see me shining bright like a sun.

I write all day and outline stories, a sports mythological universe.

When I'm finished playing, I want people to say, 'He handled this well, he kept his cool.'

There's a through line that connects all of us.

These young guys are playing checkers. I'm out there playing chess.

I'm playing against great players, playing against the best in the world. The competition-that's what I've always wanted.

I've been watching Messi for some time now, and his ability to decide games and keep possession of the ball is amazing.