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First sporting success: Winning the club championships aged eight at Belper Marlins swimming club
Finest sporting moment: Winning two golds and a silver at the Commonwealth Games (2006)
Tip for the top: Keep relaxed and believe in what you are doing
First GB selection year: 2003
Sporting heroes: Derby County FC! Anyone who succeeds in their chosen sport
Closest friends in sport: David Carry
Favourite sport other than swimming: Football. I'm a Derby County fan
Three words that best describe you: Blonde, tough and annoying
Would most like to meet: The Derby County FC... if they go up!
Most prized possession: House keys
Biggest influence on career: My parents - they have always been emotionally and financially supportive
Toughest opponents: David Carry and Simon Burnett
Biggest passion away from swimming: Football
How do you prepare to go out and race: I prepare by staying relaxed and not thinking about it too much. I always make sure I've got spare kit just in case!
Biggest disappointment: Not winning a medal in the relay in 2004 Olympics
Favourite venue and why: Ponds Forge, Sheffield because I have had my best performances there
Education: I've put education on hold at present, but I have started a Sports Coaching Course in Bath
Family: My mum's name is Debbie and she works in a hospital. My dad is called Paul and he works for a packaging company. I also have an older brother called Ashley
Ultimate ambition: To win a medal at every major championships, particularly the Olympics
Where do you see yourself in 10 years: I hope to still be connected with sport in some way. I'd also like to be married, have a family and more money than I have now
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