Quotes from Greg Rutherford

Since the Olympics in London, people say, 'Greg's won again. That's what we all expect. Of course he wins.'

When at home in Buckinghamshire, I tend to work out for two to three hours on the track or in the woods close by and then do weights.

I think the first time baby recognises me and smiles is going to be one of the most amazing times of my life, to be honest.

If you put me against most sprinters in the world, I reckon over a start I could get very close, if not take them.

I think there are lot more lows in an athletes career than the highs, but you've got to be bale to take them on the chin.

I do a lot of things like running hills and larger amounts of reps in the gym.

If I win the Olympics in Rio, then I'll have each title in double.

I wasn't jumping like Carl Lewis, but I still won an Olympic title.

I now have five major titles, and not many athletes can say that.

I have been in discussions with the BBC regarding my involvement with SPOTY after hearing what I believe to be very outdated and derogatory comments from a fellow SPOTY nominee.

Jumping isn't as important to my training as you might think; I'm only in the sandpit once a week. There's a high risk factor of injury doing it, so instead, I rely on my progress in the gym to judge how far I'll jump on the big day.

I'm excited by going 85 mph, head-first, down an ice track.

People forget that track and field is one of the hardest sports because we compete against all the world. There are many sports when you are up against only 15 or 20 countries.

Ultimately the clothing company is a large investment on my part, and I'm taking a huge gamble. But having a focus away from the track is good for you.

Ultimately, you've got to answer your critics on the track, and I am very much hoping 8.41m is acceptable for people.

I dabbled in football myself until the age of 14, but I didn't have as much love for the sport as I did track and field. I would never have been good enough to take it to the highest level.

I compete all over the world, so I travel two or three times a month and spend at least six months a year out of the country.

I only enjoy legs day! For my training, it's sort of vital and I've learned to love it, I think.

I'd love to see some animals in their natural habitat - as long as those animals are being well looked after.

I love Los Angeles. It has a lot to offer culturally and has amazing restaurants.

I learned to ski at a young age and love it - but I don't get to do it as much as I'd like because of the risk of injuries.

If the room falls silent for a moment, all I hear is white noise.

I come into these competitions to win, not to get silver or bronze, so it is frustrating.

I train six days a week.