A dark horse, which had never been thought of, and which the careless St. James had never even observed in the list, rushed past the grandstand in sweeping triumph.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- An unexpected contender who was previously ignored can achieve sudden and decisive victory.
- In plain terms
- Someone nobody noticed can win big.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not underestimate overlooked competitors.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who are the hidden contenders in your field?
- Have you dismissed someone too quickly?
Another view
This may overlook the role of deliberate strategy over pure luck.
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