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The author draws a contrast between Thomas and Holm to reveal main idea that some people are naturally gift with talent, while others might have to get around the harder way. Such as actually practicing and putting hard work. In this case were give Holm, who has worked his way up with practice and Thomas naturally gift with giant Achilles tendons. For example, the author tells the story of Thomas's career as an athlete by describing how his career began from the start. Thomas started his career with his jump of 6'8 The coach couldn't believe it. Then he was signed up for the eastern Illinois University Mega Meet. Epstein Further, he explains that the source of Thomas's success was a gift and as well as being born with longer Achilles. This

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