I WON just about everything as a rider but never quite managed to get in the top three at any of the many Olympics in which I competed. That was disappointing, of course, yet it felt very special to even be taking part. I am sure that anyone who has taken part in any sport at the Olympics will understand that.
Yes, it is disappointing not to come away with a medal, but later you realise that at least you were there. You are an Olympian forever, nobody can take that away from you. For me there was a silver lining – or should I say a bronze lining.
I think it was inevitable
