Sean Kelly – What it takes to make it

Q : What 5 traits does he believe are the most important to get to the top of the sport and what lessons has he learned on the way there? Tadhg Delaney

1. You need to Look, Listen and Learn all that you can.
2. Hunger – It’s all in the book
3. Disciplined upbringing (hard) i.e. Being reared on a farm
4. Talent or be blessed with good genes.
5. A good mentor to guide and advise you, and not too much bad luck.

Lessons learned ?

Stay away from all the Kamikazes. I’ve had them all my life and still can’t get away from them !

Barry

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