Jimmy Connors v John McEnroe US Open 1978

Heroes, when they lose, it’s not like they’re having fun.
But look at Mac!
A reckless, cheeky kid who didn’t give a damn about anyone.
Pure anarchy, pure youthful rebellion, pure Tennis understood as play.
He would have beaten Jimbo (the greatest returner of all time) just as he beat Borg and everyone else.
Okay: he’s not the most successful tennis player of all time but, as an Artist, don’t you dare touch him.

How long has it been, you fucking humans, since you saw a demi-volée?

I don’t mean to offend anyone, even though I know that when I say “fucking humans” you don’t understand that I’m mainly referring to myself. Ok: