Kirsty Coventry Quotes & Sayings

I take any opportunity I can to raise our country's flag really high and get some shining positive light on things over there. — Kirsty Coventry

I have always stayed out of politics, I don't believe it would be appropriate to talk about it. — Kirsty Coventry

People have to remain positive and believe in those dreams. It's really important. — Kirsty Coventry

Everyone there including President Mugabe knows something needs to change because so many people are hurting. — Kirsty Coventry

It is much harder to retain your position at the top than to get to the top. — Kirsty Coventry

In athletics, older runners tend to go for longer races, but it's the opposite in swimming because your body can't handle the endurance. — Kirsty Coventry

There are younger, stronger swimmers coming up and they are hungry. I can't influence what they do, I only know what I can do and I know how greedy I am to defend my title. — Kirsty Coventry

Everyone at home is so supportive. People recognise me, say how proud they are of me. It's awesome to hear, it's amazing to know I can touch so many people in a positive way. — Kirsty Coventry