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‘You Are the Best? Why Not?’ – Jimmy Connors Adds a Different Layer to Danielle Collins’ Hot Win Streak

Published 04/06/2024, 11:30 AM EDT

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In a video clip captured during the Australian Open of 2022, Danielle Collins jokingly proclaimed herself as the best among the rest. This statement recently garnered attention as Collins won the Miami Open title and is showing her prowess in the Charleston Open. Different opinions have surfaced regarding the clip. And recently, tennis legend Jimmy Connors revealed his perspective on the remark.

Jimmy Connors shed some light on the importance of confidence and self-belief in different fields of work. Agreeing with Collins’ statements, he provided his unique approach to the significance of being motivated while on court.

Danielle Collins likes to be the best of the rest

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During a press conference at the Australian Open, Danielle Collins said that she strives to be the best at whatever she does. Then she humorously added that even when she is failing, she continues to convince herself that she is the best. After the statement, she burst into laughter, but later on, she further highlighted the importance of having that belief.

Reflecting on that conversation, former World No. 1 Jimmy Connors stated the importance of this attitude in Danielle Collins’ performance on-court. “You know, why not think you are the best? Why not? I mean, because nobody’s gonna instill that confidence in you better than you,” he said during a conversation with Brett Connors in the podcast called “Advantage Connors.”.

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“That attitude that she has, you know whether you are or not. You are always out there, giving everything you got. Whatever you are doing, as long as you are giving it everything you got to give,” he further added, emphasizing the role that confidence plays in the day-to-day life of any individual.

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After having a blast at the Miami Open, Danielle Collins has now reached the semi-finals of the Charleston Open. Following her latest victory, she revealed her insights on her performance, which further showed her self-belief.

Collins is “proud” of her latest performances on-court

The Miami Open winner made the quick transition from hard courts to green clay, and now she is just two victories away from accomplishing the Charleston Open title. Danielle Collins defeated Elise Mertens the day after doing double duty at the WTA 500 event, where she had already defeated Sloane Stephens and Ons Jabeur, the defending champion. The American won 6-3, 6-4, defeating the No. 11 seed to record her 11th straight victory. Reflecting on her performance, she said, I’m really proud of myself because it’s taken a lot of trial and error and hard work away from the courts”.

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Danielle Collins’ confidence is commendable, and her belief in her abilities is undoubtedly a driving force behind her success. Her fans are now waiting to see her next performance at the Charleston Open semifinals.

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Ankita Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She seamlessly blends her keen interest in writing with an ability to analytically comprehend things. During her college days, she contributed numerous articles to the college magazine, showcasing her early passion.
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