Fear was absolutely necessary. Without it, I would have been scared to death.
- Floyd Patterson Quote

For if you train hard and responsibly your confidence surges to a maximum.
- Floyd Patterson Quote  

I've been knocked down more than any heavyweight champion in history.
- Floyd Patterson Quote

The fighter loses more than his pride in the fight; he loses part of his future. He's a step closer to the slum he came from.
- Floyd Patterson Quote