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Arthur Ashe was an American professional tennis player and civil rights advocate. Famous for his graceful playing style and historic Grand Slam victories, he broke racial barriers in the sport. He inspired millions by promoting social change and raising awareness about HIV/AIDS after his own diagnosis. Here are 38 of his quotes:

I guess I started too early because I just thought it was something fun to do. (Arthur Ashe)
Clothes and manners do not make the man; but when he is made, they greatly improve his appearance. View quote
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I may not be walking with you all the way, or even much of the way, as I walk with you now. Don't be angry with me if I am not there in person, alive and well, when you need me. I would like nothing more than to be with you always. Do not feel sorry for me if I am gone. When we were together, I loved you deeply and you gave me so much happiness I can never repay you. Camera, wherever I am when you feel sick at heart and weary of life, or when you stumble and fall and don't know if you can get up again, think of me. I will be watching and smiling and cheering you on. View quote
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I don't want to be remembered for my tennis accomplishments. View quote
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When bright young minds can't afford college, America pays the price. View quote
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If you're paid before you walk on the court, what's the point in playing as if your life depended on it? View quote
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There is a syndrome in sports called "paralysis by analysis." View quote
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Racism is not an excuse to not do the best you can. View quote
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I strongly believe the black culture spends too much time, energy and effort raising, praising, and teasing our black children about the dubious glories of professional sports. View quote
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Someone once told me that God figured that I was a pretty good juggler. I could keep a lot of balls in the air at one time. So He said, 'Let's see if he can juggle another one.' View quote
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Seven out of 10 black faces you see on television are athletes. The black athlete carries the image of the black community. He carries the cross, in a way, until blacks make inroads in other dimensions. (Arthur Ashe)
What it is controlled cool, in a way. Always have the situation under control, even if losing. Never betray an inward sense of defeat. View quote
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Every time you win, it diminishes the fear a little bit. You never really cancel the fear of losing you keep challenging it. View quote
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Arthur Ashe

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Occupation: American Tennis Player
Born: July 10, 1943
Died: February 6, 1993
Quotes count: 38
Wikipedia: Arthur Ashe

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