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For so long people have just taken what I do for granted. It is not easy to do year-in, year-out, to win Grand Slams and
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"For so long people have just taken what I do for granted. It is not easy to do year-in, year-out, to win Grand Slams and be No. 1"

- Pete Sampras

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In this quote, professional tennis player Pete Sampras reflects on the absence of acknowledgment and gratitude he has received for his achievements. He reveals aggravation at the reality that his hard work and dedication to his sport typically goes unnoticed by others. Sampras acknowledges that achieving success in the kind of winning Grand Slams and being ranked as the top player on the planet is not an easy feat. It requires constant effort and decision year after year. Regardless of this, he feels that his achievements have actually been taken for approved by those around him. This quote highlights the difficulties and sacrifices that come with being a top professional athlete and the importance of acknowledging and valuing their achievements.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Pete Sampras somewhere between August 12, 1971 and today. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 14 other quotes.

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