"The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part; the essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well."
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About Avery Brundage
Avery Brundage was an American sports administrator and the fifth President of the International Olympic Committee. He is known for his significant role in shaping the modern Olympic Games. Brundage was an advocate for amateurism in sports and strongly believed in the purity of amateur competition. Despite facing controversies during his tenure, he worked to promote the values of fair play and sportsmanship.
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