Quote by Hunter S. Thompson

That was always the difference between Muhammad Ali and the rest of us. He came, he saw, and if he didn't entirely conquer -- he came as close as anybody we are likely to see in the lifetime of this doomed generation.

That was always the difference between Muhammad Ali and the

Summary

This quote highlights the exceptionalism of Muhammad Ali compared to others. It notes that while he may not have always achieved complete victory, he possessed a remarkable ability to come close to conquering his endeavors, surpassing the capabilities of most individuals. The phrase "doomed generation" suggests a pessimistic outlook on the current state of affairs, emphasizing the rarity of someone like Ali emerging in that specific time period.

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By Hunter S. Thompson

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