Quote by Mike Tyson

Mr. Arthur Ashe, he was good. I read some of his books. He knew about everything, but he was real quiet and didn't talk much. I never met him.

Mr. Arthur Ashe, he was good. I read some of his books. He k

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This quote refers to Mr. Arthur Ashe, a renowned figure who was not only a skilled athlete but also an intellectual whose books were highly regarded. Despite his extensive knowledge, Ashe was famously a man of few words and maintained a reserved demeanor. The speaker expresses admiration for Ashe's accomplishments, emphasizing their limited interaction, as they never had the opportunity to personally meet him.

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