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It is all right to talk about this “will to win,” but I tell you it is not of much worth unless you have the will to prepare.
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The quote says that wanting to win is not enough by itself. Success depends on being willing to prepare for the contest or task. A strong goal has little value when it is not matched by the steady work needed to make that goal possible.
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