“It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you play the game” is a familiar phrase attributed to Grantland Rice.
In the aftermath of the Olympics and on behalf of all athletes, it’s timely to consider how we view winners and losers. We Americans feel strongly about winning and pride of first place.
A first-place finish always feels great. And heaven knows we’re more cheerful fans when our children’s teams win, or the Broncos…