I’m always being realistic.

Meaning of the quote

This quote means that the Swedish athlete Stefan Edberg tries to see things as they truly are, without exaggeration or fantasy. He doesn't make unrealistic plans or have unrealistic expectations. Instead, he focuses on what is possible and practical. Being realistic helps him make good decisions and achieve his goals.

About Stefan Edberg

Stefan Edberg was a Swedish professional tennis player who was ranked world No. 1 in both singles and doubles. He won six Grand Slam singles titles and three Grand Slam doubles titles, and was part of the Swedish Davis Cup-winning team four times. After retirement, Edberg coached Roger Federer for a period of time.

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More quotes from Stefan Edberg

A good thing is I’ve been playing tennis I think every day for the last two months. I really haven’t had a day off. I’ve been doing things that I did used to do.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I’ve been in a lot of trouble and come out of it. I think it shows a lot of good character.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I felt that I did have the crowd behind me. That obviously helps a lot.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

You lose some, you win some. Nothing wrong with that at all.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I’ve been here playing against Connors and it can be very, very loud. It makes it exciting at the same time.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I played Chang here under the lights here. I think that was ’91. Another good match. I’ve played a lot more good matches under the lights than I played bad. You tend to remember some of the bad ones unfortunately.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

The crowds can be very loud, especially when you’re playing in the evening.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

If I’m going to be out there, I want to be in the top 10 and really have a chance of winning a Grand Slam.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I think in 1991, when Jimmy got to the semifinals, it was just incredible all of the people coming out.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I’m really trying to focus myself on playing tennis, and I think that’s really important.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I’m telling you, it’s so exciting playing out there because I’m playing well, you have the crowd behind you, and it’s such a good feeling. I’m really having a good time out there.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

If you serve well, your volleys are going to be so much easier. It has got to do with confidence, obviously.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

A win is a win.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I’ve been on the tour for many, many years. It’s time for me to go now, before it’s too late.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I felt better being in the background. That’s the way I like it.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

As years go by, chances of winning here are getting slimmer. That’s just a matter of fact. It does get tougher, but it’s possible, there’s a tiny little chance.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

I’m always being realistic.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player

Since a month, two months ago, you know, I’ve started hitting the ball well. I’m playing some really good tennis. That really helps. I sort of have to motivate myself to get pumped up. It really helps my game a lot.

Stefan Edberg

Swedish tennis player