Swimming is my passion and something that I love.

Back in my mind, I never, ever wanted to give up swimming; it was something that I would carry on with.

I think I've achieved everything I wanted to.

It's been a dream for me since I was six years old to go to the Olympic Games and to finally have that dream realised is something massive for me.

I am always late because people stop me for autographs and say hi.

I've been lucky enough to travel the world and win awards and medals, but it was time to stop.