The Hustler1961

Gordon:
Eddie, you're a born loser.

Eddie:
What's that supposed to mean?

Gordon:
First time in ten years I ever saw Minnesota Fats hooked, really hooked. But you let him off.

Eddie:
I told you, I got drunk.

Gordon:
Sure you got drunk, the best excuse in the world for losin.' No trouble losin' when you got a good excuse. And winning - that can be heavy on your back too, like a monkey. Drop that load too when you got an excuse. All you gotta do is learn to feel sorry for yourself. That's one of the best indoor sports, feelin' sorry for yourself. A sport enjoyed by all - especially the born loser.