Quote by Ernest Hemingway

There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; all the rest are merely games.

There are only three sports: bullfighting, motor racing, and

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In this quote, author Ernest Hemingway suggests that bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering are the only activities considered true sports, while all other recreational activities are merely considered games. Hemingway possibly implies that these three activities involve high stakes, physical prowess, and an element of danger that sets them apart from other leisurely pursuits. He may be applauding the intense nature, courage, and skill required in these sports, highlighting their superior standing in comparison to others that may be seen as less demanding or consequential.

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