I think the most surprising thing about the Olympics would be the amount of interaction and partying that goes on behind the scenes. They have nightclubs at the Olympic Village. It's like college all over again.

I'm an avid animal lover. When I was 16, I wanted to be a vet or a zookeeper. I grew up with animals. At one time we had between five and eight dogs in the house, with four cats. We're menagerie people.

I'm stronger than I think I am. Mentally, physically.

Over the years, I've made many sacrifices to win two Olympic gold medals and put together winning streaks that will never be broken.

I don't want to be put on a pedestal. I want to be known as a nice and normal person, but my skills are a little more excelled.

I've never been outside Heathrow so it will be exciting to see what London has to offer. I think I've only flown into Heathrow maybe twice.

I've got to read the 'Hunger Games' before I see the movie.