My first love is the sport, and it will always be my priority.

I think it is good for youngsters to see me at 45 still jogging around the track. If me being here gives them a boost then thats great.

The Stroke Association has produced leaflets that set out clearly the health risks associated with stroke that African-Caribbean people face.

Obviously I was disappointed when it fell into disuse, because it was my own track named after me, but I am sure all those youngsters we lost will be coming back, and I certainly intend to be down here as much as I can, coaching and advising.

Some of today's athletes do not have that kind of pride. They left school at 16, have never had a job in their life and are getting Lottery funding, earning money as an athlete.

I coach a few guys and they work very, very hard, but in our day we did it because we just loved it.

My first love is the sport, and it will always be my priority.