I finally saw Andre Agassi (my favorite athlete of all time) in action this year at the Countrywide Classic before he retired at the U.S. Open. He is, without doubt, not only an amazing athlete who has inspired the tennis community like no other, but a man of wisdom with a personal philosophy that motivates us all.

“The scoreboard said I lost today, but what the scoreboard doesn’t say is what it is I have found. And over the last 21 years, I have found loyalty. You have pulled for me on the court and also in life. I’ve found inspiration. You have willed me to succeed sometimes even in my lowest moments. And I’ve found generosity. You have given me your shoulders to stand on to reach for my dreams, dreams I could have never reached without you. Over the last 21 years, I have found you and I will take you and the memory of you with me for the rest of my life. Thank you.”