I can't remember saying exactly those things and what was quoted as being said was not the memory of several others who were in the room, |
I've had to tone that down significantly, way, way below that, |
In pure technique terms, Britain is now one the best nations. It's been a rough ride but things taste better through adversity. It's a nice feeling for me, great for the coaches and the kids who have done the job. It certainly answers the critics - and it's only going to get better. |
It's getting bigger but I think it will take another couple of years to really bear fruit. |
Many times I felt like this is not worth it, that I am trying to do an impossible job. |
She was, she still is, |
The good part for me is that the bounce back off it has been exceptional. The e-mails, the letters of support have been sensational. |
This bullying rubbish is absolute garbage, everyone who knows me and works with me said take no notice of it, |
We have got a group of swimmers who are not just satisfied with making the team any more. They expect to win medals. |
We have to convert to the world stage, we can't just walk away from the Commonwealth Games and be satisfied with our results. |