When I started getting my first fan letters, I made a point to try to respond to every single one. The wins always felt that much more special because I knew I was making so many people happy. And losses hurt that much worse because I truly was invested in not wanting to disappoint those who supported my side. But more than anything, I always appreciated the fact so many fans invested their emotions in my performance.
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Dan Carter
New Zealand international rugby union fly-half, 2003–2015
New Zealand · b. 1982
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Played 112 Tests for the All Blacks and won the Rugby World Cup in 2011 and 2015. He retired from all rugby in February 2021 as the highest points scorer in Test rugby history.
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But I'm ready for what's next after rugby. Being able to not just say that, but to truly feel it, is a privilege. Ultimately, getting to leave your sport on your own terms is all you can really hope for as an athlete.
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