The depressing thing about tennis is that no matter how good I get, I’ll never be as good as a wall.
Meaning of the quote
Mitch Hedberg is saying that even if he becomes an excellent tennis player, he'll never be as good as a wall at returning the ball. A wall just stands there and easily bounces the ball back, while a person has to work hard to reach the same level of perfection. This quote is a funny way of expressing how frustrating it can be to try to master a sport, no matter how much you practice and improve.
About Mitch Hedberg
Mitch Hedberg was an American stand-up comedian known for his surreal humor and deadpan delivery. His comedy featured short, absurd jokes that often left audiences anticipating the punchlines. He developed a cult following due to his unique onstage persona and style.
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