2 Timothy 2:5

And if a man also strive for masteries, yet is he not crowned, except he strive lawfully.

Also, if anyone competes in athletics, he isn't crowned unless he has competed by the rules.

And if also a man contend in the games, he is not crowded, except he have contended lawfully.

and if also any one may strive, he is not crowned, except he may strive lawfully;

Likewise, a competitor does not receive the crown unless he competes according to the rules.