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Having all eyes on me at all times is hard to deal with, but it's great. It feels like you've already accomplished something. It's already predetermined that you're going to do well.

Shaun White

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Shaun White
Age: 38
Born: 1986
Born: September 3
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Skateboarder
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San Diego
California
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