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" On the track, you know what you're capable of, but being at the birth, you have no control. "

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" I'm away about six months of the year, competing here in the U.K. or in training camps in Arizona, Ethiopia, the Pyrenees. "

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Believe In Yourself

" Because of who I am, people ask for photos. I can't just say no to everyone. "

" I love what I do. I want to continue winning medals. "

" I enjoy my athletics, and I want to take it as far as I can. "

" I've got such a sweet tooth. I do miss the U.K. where you get sticky toffee pudding or custard, all that. "

" Obviously, I believe in clean sport and want to do all that I can, but at the same time, you can only control yourself. "

" It's hard, and I don't always get to see my kids. I will never catch up on that time I've missed. "