Anyone who attempts anything original in the world must expect a bit of ridicule.

In Cuba we use our champions to promote the sport.

I run in practically every single road race in my country, 5k, 10k just to promote the sport.

And then you have the responsibility and the duty of being good examples to youngsters, not smoke, training hard, go to bed early, don't drink alcohol, don't take drugs, it's very important to have a policy for educating against doping.

We want to promote the great quality of athletics - and maintain it's integrity - all over the world.

Be very strong... be very methodical in your life if you want to be a champion.

I love music, and outside of work my family keeps me very busy, I have five children to keep track of.