A Quote by AB de Villiers

Far from being a mere consequence of winning, strong team spirit is an essential ingredient of sporting success; it comes before, not afterwards.

AB de Villiers

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Afterwards Before Being Consequence Essential Far Ingredient Mere Spirit Strong Success Team Team Spirit Winning

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AB de Villiers
South African - Athlete
Born: February 17, 1984

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