You now have to address the fact that we might live in so-called wealthy countries at the expense of people who live in poor countries. Our wealth is maybe dependent on somebody else from the poverty side of the equation, suffering on our behalf.

People pity me for being around in this era, but I believe it has made me a better player, because each year the bar is raised. It’s like being Real Madrid or Manchester United behind Barcelona. Maybe the teams that come second won’t be remembered, but what can they do but try their hardest?

I loathe orthodoxy of any sort.

when someone has caused harm, harming them might not be the move.

In an interview, Sancar stated that in his youth, he was an idealist but he didn't participate in activities.

In an interview, Sancar stated that in his youth, he was an idealist but he didn't participate in activities.

In an interview, Sancar stated that in his youth, he was an idealist but he didn't participate in activities.

In an interview, Sancar stated that in his youth, he was an idealist but he didn't participate in activities.

In an interview, Sancar stated that in his youth, he was an idealist but he didn't participate in activities.

I am of course honoured to get this recognition for all the work I’ve done over the years, but I’m also proud for my family and for my native country and my adopted country, and especially for Turkey it’s quite important.