I’m a competitive person and it is in my nature to try hard in every match I play. The only time I’m not competitive is when I’m playing against my mom.
Meaning of the quote
Michael Chang really likes to try his best and compete hard in every game he plays. But the one time he doesn't try to win is when he's playing against his mom. He cares more about enjoying time with his mom than winning the game.
About Michael Chang
Michael Chang was an American professional tennis player who made history by becoming the youngest man to win a singles major, the 1989 French Open, at just 17 years old. Despite being shorter than most of his opponents, he played a defensive style that utilized his quickness and speed, winning a total of 34 top-level professional singles titles. In 2008, he was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, and he began coaching Kei Nishikori in 2014.
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