Swimming has given me a lot. It's given me a respect for people and different cultures around the world when I've been competing abroad. I've learnt …

- Liam Tancock

'Sacrifice' seems like such a strong word to me because I wouldn't say I've sacrificed anything. If I didn't enjoy what I do, I wouldn't do it. I mig…

- Liam Tancock

If there was a birthday party or a gathering and I was at training and couldn't make it, then I guess I might have missed out on a few things, but I …

- Liam Tancock

I try to relax and enjoy it. I don't really get nervous, I get excited! I love training, but my main excitement comes from when I'm racing and the be…

- Liam Tancock

I set goals, but they're mostly very personal goals. I never try and set a goal where 'I want to win this,' or 'I want to do this,' where other peopl…

- Liam Tancock

You've got to put a lot of hard work in and it's not just in the swimming pool. You've got to look after yourself, you've got to sleep well and you'v…

- Liam Tancock

Dedication and time management are two of the biggest things. I hate being late for anything. If anything, I prefer to be ten minutes early rather th…

- Liam Tancock

I started at a 'learn to swim' scheme when I was about five-years-old. I did it to learn water safety, but it was fun and I loved the water. I went t…

- Liam Tancock

Education is fantastic. In my case I had to split my university course so it took a few more years. I really want to excel at everything I do, so I s…

- Liam Tancock