“I have worked with Tony as my coach for 7 years and over that time I have come to know him well and we have a very productive working relationship. When I joined Tony’s group in autumn 2004 my career took off! I have made every major championship since 2005; have won 2 world championship bronze relay medals and an individual 400m world silver medal; I also became European indoor champion in 2007, setting the British and Commonwealth record in the process. Tony and I enjoy a great athlete/coach relationship. He knows my strengths and weaknesses and knows exactly how to get the best out of me; when to push and when to ease off. I believe it is his self-belief in my ability and expectation of my achievements that play a huge role in why I have had such a successful international career, to date. I have had many ups and downs in my career and Tony has been there by my side through them all. He shared the joy when I succeeded and more importantly, he was right by my side when I was injured, or things did not quite go to plan. He focuses on my best interests; is always there to encourage when appropriate and also knows the right things to say to get me focused if I get distracted. Tony is an extremely talented and knowledgeable coach who will go above and beyond for his athletes. It is safe to say that I would not have had the career I have so far had, if it were not for Tony and I trust his decisions as a coach wholeheartedly.”