When were you happiest?

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Boris Becker German tennis player, coach, and commentator

I am happiest with my family.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 29 June 2012 source ↗

Steffi Graf German tennis player

My happiness lives in the present. It's my life this morning, this evening, with Andre, my kids.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 22 June 2013 source ↗

Gabby Logan Welsh TV/radio presenter and rhythmic gymnast

I am always happiest when my kids are on good form and we are having a lovely family dinner.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 12 November 2022 source ↗

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