In BMX, you need an inner mongrel, something that's a point of difference in the female category.

There were times when I was down and frustrated being in a male-dominated sport: you don't get the support. It affected me. Layne Beachley helped me beat that. That was the difference for me and helped get me through.

There's so many levels. You can rise on the day to win a national event or a world title but the level you need to rise to win an Olympics Games is another one altogether.

It's an honour to be a world champion, and it can never be taken away from you.

The mistakes you make and lessons you learn at a young age are what gets you to an Olympic level.

I truly believe that it's all of the hard times that make you step up to the next level, and that's what makes you a champion.