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Thursday, July 1, 2004 13:29
Olympic Q&A: Shirley Robertson

Shirley Robertson

Age: 36
Home Town:
Cowes

Olympic Event:
Sailing
Previous Olympics:
2000 - Gold
1996 - 4th
1992 - 9th

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What was it like winning Gold at Sydney 2000?

I suppose the initial feeling was just relief, but as time passed, especially when I stood on the podium on the steps of the Opera House, it was a mixture of emotions.

What about Gold in Athens?

The danger comes when you start thinking about the end result - you hope it goes well, you need a bit of luck and you obviously can't control what everybody else is doing but I'd like to think we'd bring a medal back.

Who is your biggest inspiration?

I have to say the biggest inspiration in my life is my husband - otherwise I'd get into trouble - but he definitely keeps my feet on the ground and when I come back after I've had a bad week, he makes me laugh and takes me dancing.

Have you got any superstitions?

The January before the Olympics in Sydney, I'd been competing in Brazil and I got a ribbon that had been blessed in the local church. It is traditional to wear the ribbon and make three wishes - they more-or-less came true and obviously one was to win the gold medal. I'll be wearing the ribbon in Athens!