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Al Oerter Quotes

«I don't compete with other discus throwers. I compete with my own history.»
Author: Al Oerter
«I don't think the discus will ever attract any interest until they let us start throwing them at each other.»
Author: Al Oerter
«I never had technique.»
Author: Al Oerter
«It has to be the '80 Olympic hockey team.»
Author: Al Oerter
«It was like a tidal wave went through the city.»
Author: Al Oerter
«As long as I can concentrate and remain somewhat calm, I can normally do very well.»
Author: Al Oerter
«I never set out to beat the world. I just set out to do my absolute best.»
Author: Al Oerter
«To exercise at or near capacity is the best way I know of reaching a true introspective state. If you do it right, it can open all kinds of inner doors.»
Author: Al Oerter