The day when I start a race without intending to win it, I won't be able to look at myself in the mirror.
Eddy MerckxRead
I do not want to continue cycling until I am 35. I want to make something else out of my life, too. There are other things besides a bike and racing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Eddy Merckx emphasizes the importance of diversifying one's life experiences beyond a single passion.
In this quote, Eddy Merckx expresses his desire to pursue a variety of interests and activities in life rather than solely focusing on cycling and racing. He recognizes that while cycling is a significant part of his life, there are other meaningful pursuits and experiences that can contribute to a fulfilling life, suggesting that personal growth and exploration are important as one ages.
Themes
CyclingLifePursuitsGrowthDiversity
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech on life choices and passions.
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Cycling is a sport of the people. How many people in the world have never been on a bike? Not many.
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I have decided to give up competition. I cannot train properly for the Tour de France which I had hoped to ride for the last time as apotheosis to my career. Doctors are forbidding me to ride anymore in high level competition and I bow to them.
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I was a more aggressive rider than Armstrong. I would attack more often. He waits for the other guys, then counter-attacks.
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