My greatest point is my persistence... However down I am, I fight until the last ball.

I think I bit off more than I could chew. I thought the marathon would be easier. For the level of condition that I have now... that was without a doubt the hardest physical thing I have ever done.

There's no rule, no law, no regulation that says you can't come back. So I have every right to come back.

It's nice to win. I'll never win again. I may have to take up golf - take on Tiger.

Made plenty of mistakes along the way - all of which I am truly sorry.

Truth is, a triathlete won the Tour de France seven times.

No one automatically gives you respect just because you show up. You have to earn it