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The fact that pro hero Katsuki doesn't give a fuck about the rankings anymore means that it was always about Izuku.
He just wants to compete with Izuku; it's all he cares about and always has.
Nothing really means anything if Izuku is not by his side.
That's why he spent eight years saving money for that hero suit and making sure every piece of it was perfect for Izuku.