When I’m performing at my absolute best, I think that some of the euphoria I feel must be transmitted to the audience.
BILLIE JEAN KINGEach point I play is in the now moment. The last point means nothing, the next point means nothing.
More Billie Jean King Quotes
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Being Number One isn’t everything to me, but for those few hours on the court it’s way ahead of whatever’s in second place.
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Don’t be afraid to hit the ball.
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Don’t go into debt and don’t spend a lot. It’s not how much money you make, it’s how much you spend.
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I was always in the tennis business-from 1968. I was in tournaments and also on World Team Tennis teams as well.
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Natural talent only determines the limits of your athletic potential. It’s dedication and a willingness to discipline your life that makes you great.
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I must keep my sights on the final goal, to win, win, win-and with more love and passion than the world has ever witnessed in any performance.
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I feel that tennis is an art form that is capable of moving the players and the audience – at least a knowledgeable audience-in almost sensual ways.
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People say, “Do you know how much a million dollars is?” I don’t have a clue. How many Big Macs will it buy me?
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It’s important to try to get people to think about women’s wellness.
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If your partner wants to be private, you have to respect that.
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Victory is fleeting. Losing is forever.
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It’s about learning your craft. That’s a wonderful thing–especially with today’s consumerism and instant gratification.
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I think self-awareness is probably the most important thing towards being a champion.
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You’ve got to win in sports – that’s talent – but you’ve also got to learn how to remind everybody how you did win, and how often. That comes with experience.
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Some people do have softer boundaries.
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