It is to create the best Games the world has ever seen by unlocking the UK's unrivalled passion for sport, by delivering the best Games for athletes to compete in, by showcasing London's unmatched cultural wealth and diversity and by creating a real and lasting legacy.

Vision is a romantic thing. We have got into 'talent identification'. I am much more interested in passion - finding people who are really excited about doing something.

Inspirational leaders need to have a winning mentality in order to inspire respect. It is hard to trust in the leadership of someone who is half-hearted about their purpose, or only sporadic in focus or enthusiasm.

Quite simply the Games are the biggest opportunity sport in this country has ever had. It is one that we must not squander.

Im not sure there are enough coaches in the system that can take young talent and consistently get them into the top five in the world.

This is not going to be business as usual. This is business unusual

We need to be confident. We need not to blink.