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The important thing in life is not to triumph but to compete.

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Pierre De Coubertin

Profession: Historian
Nationality: French

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Sport is part of every man and woman's heritage and its absence can never be compensated for.

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If he is knocked out of the competition, he encourages his brothers with his words and presence.

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All sports must be treated on the basis of equality.

The Olympic Games are the quadrennial celebration of the springtime of humanity.

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