Single-mindedness and a winning mentality can be rich ingredients

When Thierry Henry retired, in Ireland it brought back memories of the furore over his infamous handball in 2009. It reminded me how different a sports person’s mentality is to the average Joe.

Single-mindedness and a winning mentality can be rich ingredients

At the time, everyone said it was bad sportsmanship, a disgrace, but players take to the pitch with a mentality the most important thing is winning.

Only people who play sport at a high level appreciate how the mind works under pressure when there’s so much adrenaline flowing and emotion involved. It’s so different to how it might operate in the cold light of day. I’d say Henry didn’t feel great afterwards, but it’s too late then.

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