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Early years were tough from "summary" of Open: An Autobiography by Andre Agassi
The early years were a struggle. It wasn't just the pressure to excel on the court, but the weight of expectations that seemed to suffocate me. My father, a former boxer, was relentless in his pursuit of perfection. He didn't care about my feelings or my well-being; all he saw was a future champion. I was just a child, trying to find my way in a world that didn't make sense to me. Tennis was my escape, my refuge from the chaos that surrounded me. But even there, I couldn't find peace. The endless practice sessions, the grueling drills, the constant scrutiny - it was all too much for a young boy to bear. I felt like I was living someone else's life, like I was playing a part in a never-ending drama. I longed for freedom, for a chance to be myself, to pursue my own dreams and desires. But my father's iron grip held...
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