must avoid losing before they can win.

While the rest of us are chasing victory, the best in the world know they must avoid losing before they can win. It turns out this is a surprisingly effective strategy.

If you can't win, make sure you don't lose.

If you prepare properly, you may be outscored but you will never lose.

If you’re going to lose, don’t lose the lesson.

I never lose, I either win or learn

Don't let the fear of losing be greater than the excitement of winning.

I never lose. I either win or learn.

Hence the skillful fighter puts himself into a position which makes defeat impossible, and does not miss the moment for defeating the enemy.

the best way to win was to not need to win. The best performances are accomplished when you are relaxed and free of doubt.

The best way to deal with losing is not to lose.

Avoiding failure leads to success.
The winner is usually the one who makes the least mistakes.
This is true in investing, extreme skiing, business, flying, and many other fields.
Win by not losing. Most people die of cancer and heart disease.
So yes, avoid that.
But those who die from accidents die younger, losing more years of potential life.
So try even harder to avoid accidents.

Most people try to be good enough, but the people who win try to overwhelm.

They don't just show up and do their best, they do their best before showing up.

They care more.
They are focused.
They are prepared.
They pay attention to the details.

When they show up, they bring so much to the table that winning is almost inevitable.

Tactics, fitness, stroke ability, adaptability, experience, and sportsmanship are all necessary for winning.