James Blake has been a professional tennis player since 1999, when he left Harvard after his sophmore year to join the pro tennis circuit. In May 2004, he broke his back while practicing in Europe, forcing him to undergo a rigorous year of rehabilitation. Since his injury, he has experienced more on the court success than ever before and he now finds himself one of the highest-ranking tennis players in the world.
"[James Blake] has inspired young people everywhere with his story
of courage and determination."----former president George H.W.
Bush
"Blake is a champion--in every sense of the word."--Anna Wintour,
editor-in-chief of Vogue
"I've known James since early childhood...James's rise to
international success is as stunning as it was predictable."--John
Mayer
"The grace and dignity that James has shown during some very
difficult times has been a source of great inspiration."--Andre
Agassi
"Through Blake's commitment and passion, he tells the story of the
life lessons he learned while facing difficult personal
challenges."----Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe, wife of the late Arthur
Ashe
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