(An alphabetical appraisal)
Some stars are born, then they say - some are made
but our star goes all the way coz she's the all time great.
From a tender age she collected fame and laurels,
and continued to do so till she gave it up all yesterday.
She basked in stunning success and glory for she worked like crazy.
Her Ability and Bravery always saw her thro,'
Her Class and Commitment never in question,
Her Desire, Dedication and Determination
always stirred her to greater heights
leaving all her opponents tight.
Her Energy, Faith and Grace remained unmatched
throughout her career phase,
The Hurry and Intensity she played with left them all fazed.
Her Joyful, Kind and Loyal attributes
made her personality and the real person even more wanted.
Her Mind undoubtedly the strongest seen in the sport
couldn't get tougher than what they come,
made her overcome battalions of difficulties in a jiffy
drawing from unknown resources, turning matches quickly.
Her Nonchalance and Openess, always shocked us all
But her Perfection has to be mentioned,
that had her in a Quest for eternal glory;
but she was never in that Race that took place
for she played for the intense love for the game and -
not for name or fame.
Steffi - you Truly Unearthed Victories and Wins
leaving millions X-cited and Zillions Yearning
for your enduring sight
that left an indelible mark on one and many.
- written by Shabana
