Meaning of the quote

This quote by Russian athlete Anna Kournikova shows that she enjoys playing sports just for the fun of it, not to win or be the best. She doesn't care about fame or trophies, she simply likes to participate and have a good time. This attitude can help young athletes remember that sports are meant to be fun, not just about competition and winning.

About Anna Kournikova

Anna Kournikova was a Russian tennis star known for her stunning looks and celebrity status. Despite never winning a singles title, she reached the top 10 in the world and had great success in doubles, winning several Grand Slam titles. After retiring from professional tennis, she has pursued various projects, including television work and serving as a global ambassador.

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More quotes from Anna Kournikova

The courts are as a stage, people love to see attractive players.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

God gives all to those, who get up early.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I think it’s really important for me not to forget where I came from.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

It’s true I always try to be as seductive as possible but I wouldn’t be here if I couldn’t play tennis.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

Like any young person, I do what I want.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I’m like an expensive menu… you can look but you can’t afford!

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I have a lot of boyfriends, I want you to write that. Every country I visit, I have a different boyfriend. And I kiss them all.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

It’s that I have a good personality and am a good tennis player.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

You don’t think people would go on about my looks if I was No. 500 in the world instead of No.12, do you? Anyway, as I keep telling everyone, you can’t blame me for looking like this on purpose.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

A court is like a scene, people want to see attractive people.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

At this year’s Open, I’ll have five boyfriends.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I think that tennis is a lady’s sport, so we should look out there like ladies.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I’ve just done a commercial in the U.S. in which I talk about stocks, shares and bonds. Everyone is amazed. They ask me: ‘You really know about that stuff or did you just learn it for the commercial?’ I tell them I wouldn’t do it unless I understood and had an interest.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

When I play, I feel like I’m in a theatre, why should I look ugly then, because I’m a tennis-player?

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

My manager wants me to dress like a nun and I want to dress like a teenager.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I don’t know what better teenage life you could get than going around the world doing what you love to do.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I am beautiful, famous and gorgeous.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

There are a lot of pretty girls. I am a tennis player first of all, that is why I am here, and if wasn’t producing results no one would notice me.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I just play for fun.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

Boyfriends have to understand me and my needs. They have to know what I want out of my life and about my strict regime. I go to bed at 10pm and not later. I separate my professional and private lives.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

I worked very hard and I earned all the attention I’m getting.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

When I was 12, every little girl in Russia was trying to wear her hair like mine and playing tennis.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

The world believes all blondes are stupid and brunettes are smarter. Well, I disagree.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model

Do I consider myself sexy? It all depends on the way I’m feeling. When I’m happy inside, that’s when I feel most sexy.

Anna Kournikova

Russian tennis player and model