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The only person that I have met, that I have ever been in awe of, is Eddie Vedder.
Pete Sampras
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Pete Sampras
Age: 53
Born: 1971
Born: August 12
Tennis Player
Washington
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Petros Sampras
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I let my racket do the talking. That's what I am all about, really. I just go out and win tennis matches.
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A champion is suppose to hate to lose, and it wasn't like I was ever crazy about the idea. But I learned to deal with losing without having my spirit or confidence broken, which would help immensely over time, not just in the big picture but even in specific matches when I found myself in a jam. Fear of losing is a terrible thing.
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