I wanted to be famous. I wanted people to talk about me.

I will always listen to my coaches. But first I listen to my body. If what they tell me suits my body, great. If my body doesn't feel good with what they say, then always my body comes first.

Like some high official, you have to tell your brain: 'Do it. Come on. I have to do it.'

I want to go down in history.

He was not a runner, my father, but he was quick. I always remember it was very difficult to escape from him when he was angry. If he wanted to beat us he would always catch us. Even me, he could always catch me.

I remember in particular my first victory when I achieved a very fast time in what were perfect conditions but since then the wind has always been a factor against me.

I feel a social responsibility. We need to open people's eyes. There is a lack of education in Ethiopia.