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At times merciless criticism corrodes the human capacities. But in the case of Zatopek, the critics sadly failed. He was far beyond the snare of ruthless criticism. Form and style are indeed necessary, but speed and stamina are of paramount importance.

From:Sri Chinmoy,Emil Zatopek: earth's tearing cry and Heaven's beaming smile, Agni Press, 1980
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