I don't want to be a celebrity athlete. When you are, there's this pressure on you. It's like you have this halo over your head and have to walk on eggshells. That's not for me. All that glamour builds up… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
Things haven't changed since I was a young kid. I just wanted to be the fastest guy I could be, and I am still… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
Mentally, my key is just focusing on the little things I need to do in a race, whether that's tempo, turn entry, start speed,… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
I can be really fast, but other people are in the race. So you've got to be able to maneuver around those guys, and… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
I developed a sense of maturity when it comes to being dependent upon other people. I don't feel anyone really truly wants me to… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
Being born and raised in Chicago made me tough. It made me strong. I feel like I can deal with anything. I truly believe… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
Whenever I put myself out there on the line, skating against other people, I simply want to win. — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
I never dreamed of being a flagbearer. Every athlete has a wish to get to the Olympic Games. I had that wish, but to… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
I don't want to be a celebrity athlete. When you are, there's this pressure on you. It's like you have this halo over your… — Shani Davis Copy Share Image
