Athens Quote by Cathy Freeman

I would encourage people to participate in sports. You don't have to dream of being an Olympic or a professional athlete.

— Michelle Kwan

The Olympics had never really been on my agenda. I had been a huge sports fan growing up, But it never really occurred to…

— Tim Henman

I hope I can compete in one or two Olympics in my career. Of course I would like to win a medal, but just…

— Patrick Chan

As an athlete, I hope we can remain focused on the Olympic spirit which celebrates achievement in sport by peoples of all nations.

— Brian Boitano

I hope I will get a chance to compete in the Olympics.

— Hima Das

To me, the Olympics are very important, obviously, but it's not something that I'm gonna change everything for.

— Chloe Kim

The Olympics are very important only if you gain a medal, and that's a very difficult achievement.

— Dominic Thiem

The Olympics is about showing what you've done with your life, your dream as an athlete and sharing that with the world.

— Sasha Cohen

And as long as I'm passionate about the sport, I'm able to do that and I'm happy, then I would love to do another…

— Allyson Felix

The opportunity to represent my country at the Olympic Games is one of the greatest honors I've experienced in my career.

— DeMarcus Cousins

The Olympic Games is holy. Athletes from around the world, including myself, of course, dream to participate.

— Yao Ming

The Olympics are a completely different beast. It's the most magical moment of your career.

— Hilary Knight