I always saw hurdles as a form of art, because it's very individual. One technique that may produce a world record for one guy could be useless for another guy.
Edwin MosesRead
I stand with all the athletes who believe in doing things right. The ones who win and the ones who lose while knowing they have been cheated out of their positions. There are thousands if not tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands, of those kinds of athletes out there. We have to remember them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of integrity in sports and the experiences of athletes who compete fairly.
Edwin Moses highlights the significance of fairness and integrity in sports by acknowledging the struggles faced by athletes who compete honestly, even in the face of dishonesty or cheating by others. He calls for a collective remembrance of these athletes, whether they succeed or fail, as they embody the true spirit of competition.
Themes
IntegritySportsFairnessAthletesHonesty
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech to young athletes about the importance of fair play.
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