This is how I define grace: you’re on the main stage, and it looks like it has been rehearsed 100 times, everything goes so smoothly. That’s where I get my confidence and success, from knowing that I have an edge because I know I’m prepared.
Meaning of the quote
Alex Rodriguez says that being "graceful" means performing well on a big stage, like it's been practiced over and over. That's where he gets his confidence and success - knowing he's prepared and has an advantage over others. He feels ready and knows he can do his best when the moment comes.
About Alex Rodriguez
Alex Rodriguez was a legendary American baseball player who played for 22 seasons in Major League Baseball. Known as “A-Rod,” he is considered one of the greatest players of all time, with impressive stats including over 600 home runs, 2,000 RBIs, and 3,000 hits. Despite some controversies, he had a successful career and has since become a media personality and businessman.
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This is how I define grace: you’re on the main stage, and it looks like it has been rehearsed 100 times, everything goes so smoothly. That’s where I get my confidence and success, from knowing that I have an edge because I know I’m prepared.
American baseball player