It’s not about winning, it’s about sending a message
Phrase from the internet funny man himself, Alpharad. This means that styling on your opponent is much more important than winning the game. Usually used in Smash Bros.
Opponent: “Why did you go for that forward aerial offstage with no jump?”
Alpharad: “Because it’s not about winning, it’s about sending a message.”
Alpharad: “Because it’s not about winning, it’s about sending a message.”