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It's never over until we're shaking hands at the net. Then you've either won or you've lost, and - either way - you look them in the eye and say, 'Well played, mate.'
Ashleigh Barty
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Competition continues until the final moment, emphasizing respect for opponents regardless of the outcome.

This quote by Ashleigh Barty encapsulates the spirit of sportsmanship, highlighting that a competition is not truly over until both competitors acknowledge each other at the end. It emphasizes the importance of mutual respect and acknowledgment of effort, regardless of the competitive outcome, cultivating a sense of integrity and camaraderie in the face of victory or defeat.

Themes

SportsmanshipCompetitionRespectIntegrityAcknowledgment

In practice

Example use cases

In a motivational speech to young athletes about the importance of sportsmanship.

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