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I started playing football too old.
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What disappointment has stayed with you longest?Originally asked
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Joanna Scanlan
British actress and writer
Never getting back to a size 12.
Jason Manford
English comedian and singer
That I go to the gym a couple of times a week, yet I am unfit and overweight.
Ed Balls
British broadcaster and politician
That my competitive pole vault career ended at the age of 15.
Maya Jama
British television and radio presenter
Probably missing out on roles I really, really wanted, but I’m a big believer that if it’s for you, you’ll have it. So those clearly weren’t for me.
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When I am completely absorbed in something, such as when I pick up my guitar and have a little sing.
I don’t care as long as everyone knows the words and joins in.
Remembering to do things in order, because I have to transcend my nature, which is haphazard.
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