You have to have the fighting spirit. You have to force moves and take chances.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Success requires aggressive play and taking risks.
- In plain terms
- Fight hard and try risky moves.
- What can you take from it?
- Boldness is necessary to win.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When should you take a risk?
Another view
Too much aggression can lead to mistakes.
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I play honestly and I play to win. If I lose, I take my medicine.
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