My greatest rival was always myself—my doubt, my fatigue, my... - Nadia Comaneci

"My greatest rival was always myself—my doubt, my fatigue, my fear."

Nadia Comaneci Perseverance

Professional Gymnast Romanian Born 1961 (age 65)

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