"Je peux avoir été le meilleur combattant, mais j'étais aussi le plus pauvre. Je n'avais jamais pu me permettre une protège-dents de première classe pour protéger mes dents. Je devais attendre que les autres combattants aient fini pour pouvoir emprunter leu"
— Muhammad Ali
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Simplified Meaning:
Even though this person was really good at fighting, they didn't have the money to buy their own protective gear. They were the best at what they did, but still struggled financially. So, they had to borrow equipment like mouthguards and headgear from other fighters. It's like being a top student who can't afford school supplies and has to wait until friends are done using their notebooks and pens. This shows that being talented doesn't always mean you have the resources you need. It also teaches that sometimes, despite your skills, you might need help from others to succeed.
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