87 Quotes by Cathy Freeman

Disappointment and adversity can be catalysts for greatness. There's something particularly exciting about being the hunter, as opposed to the hunted. And that can make for powerful energy.

I want to be a positive role model, especially for kids and Aboriginal people... When people see me, often all they see is another Australian athlete having a go. It isn't until they see the full Cathy Freeman picture that they realise how proud I am of my ancestry and heritage. I'd like a little more tolerance and acceptance of my culture and all the differing cultures that make up Australia.

Twenty seconds before a race, there's absolute focus. The key thing is to achieve relaxation, but at the same to have absolute total control. You've got to find the balance between being totally ready to go and being really at peace with yourself as well.

I would definitely take on that role, taking a stand on issues, like the government giving an apology or acknowledging indigenous people.

I think your allegiance should be to one country. I mean, she is exercising her freedom I guess, she is not breaking the rules.

It's a very competitive environment. I don't feel out of place at all.

I was running since I was 10. Since grade one at school people looked at me and thought, oh gosh she can really run, she’s a natural.

When I’m in a bad mood, I don’t listen.

I’d like to see as many sports as I can because I have never had the chance to enjoy the other sports in the past.