The important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle.

The important thing is that all stages from adolescent to mature man, work is done to spread the sporting spirit.

Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of a good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles.

Olympism is not a system - it is a state of mind. This state of mind has emerged from a double cult: that of effort and that of Eurythmy - a taste of excess and a taste of measure combined.

The important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle.

Sport is part of every man and woman's heritage and its absence can never be compensated for.

The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not to win but to take part, just as the most important thing in life is not the triumph but the struggle. The essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well.