Quote by Jacky Ickx

In the end I didn't get a top car any more. I had no toughness left. That was the reality.

In the end I didn't get a top car any more. I had no toughne

Summary

The quote suggests that the speaker's initial desires and ambitions, symbolized by wanting a "top car", have ultimately been hindered or abandoned. The phrase "I had no toughness left" implies that the speaker may have faced numerous challenges and setbacks that depleted their motivation and resilience. Consequently, the person accepts and acknowledges the harsh reality that their goals may no longer be attainable.

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