Finest sporting moment: Making the World Championship squad

Tip for the top: No pain, no gain

First GB selection year: 2006

Sporting heroes: Ian Thorpe and Michael Jordon

Closest friend in sport: Everyone on the team

Other sporting successes: I liked all sports at school

Favourite sport other than swimming: Basketball and football

Three words that best describe you: Focused, determined and honest

Would most like to meet: Ian Thorpe

Most prized possession: My family

Biggest influence on career: My car

Toughest opponent: The clock

Biggest passion away from swimming: I love watching football

How do you prepare to go out and race: I prepare by relaxing as much as possible. To help me relax, I like to read, watch TV

Education: I am studying English at Swansea

Ultimate ambition: To make the Olympic team and win a gold medal

Where do you see yourself in 10 years: Still swimming