“In recent years, Tony Lester has proved to be a valuable asset to my athletics career as a coach, mentor and friend. Notably, during my Olympic preparation in 2000, what I can only describe to be a “sticky patch”, when my hurdles and sprinting were not going particularly well, Tony’s guidance enabled me to turn things around. Tony’s enthusiasm and love for the sport is evident by the way he dedicates so much of his time and energy to some of Britain’s finest athletes. For me, it is a pleasure working with someone who is honest and frank, during good and bad times and who is equally driven in the pursuit of excellence.”