Happy birthday to @gianluigibuffon, 40 today. I had the privilege to spend time with him recently for @8by8mag. That interview is now online, and I hope you'll read it. An extraordinary, thoughtful man, who happens to be the greatest keeper of all time: instagram.com/p/Befxn7HhGT2/
Gigi is always a treat to interview, but this really felt like a particular moment in his career and his life: we talked about growing up, when you stop being a kid and become an adult - and what that means in practical terms.
It was fascinating to hear him say that he no longer fears retirement - a feeling that he has confessed to in the past. We also discussed the depression that he struggled with in his 20s and how he relates to that now.
Found Buffon fascinating on the subject of motivation, and how you relate to success as a player. The realisation, over time, that the joy of victory is fleeting - that it's the journey to get there that he cherishes more.
Only sadness is not being able to include a little audio in the piece, because I am yet to come across a better laugh in professional sport than Buffon's...
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