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“If you want to be the best, you've got to beat the best. The only problem is when I get that belt, who's going to be left to fight? That's what I want to know.” quote by Donald Cerrone
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“If you want to be the best, you've got to beat the best. The only problem is when I get that belt, who's going to be left to fight? That's what I want to know.”

Donald Cerrone

About This Quote

Source Interview: UFC Press Conference, 2015

Success breeds competition; achieving the top creates a new set of challengers.

In simple terms: Being the best invites others to try to beat you.

Key Takeaway

Prepare for inevitable rivals.

Themes

competition ambition challenge

Mood

determined focused

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • training
  • goal setting
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

sports psychology motivation legacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How will you handle new challengers?
  • What strategies keep you motivated after winning?
A Different Perspective

Success can isolate you and increase pressure to maintain status.

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