“I am delighted that Jason Gardener will be taking over from me as Pres...” — Lynn Davies Quote

“I am delighted that Jason Gardener will be taking over from me as President of U.K. Athletics. With his competitive background in the sport as an Olympic champion coupled with his engaging personality and his experience as a board member of U.K. Athletics, he possesses all the qualities required to be a successful president.”

“I think a four-year ban would effectively rule out one Olympic games - a life ban is too harsh. I think everyone deserves a second chance. If you come back from missing one Olympic games and serving a four-year ban, you are a pretty determined and reformed character.”

“Not every school in India has athletics as a compulsory sport. They should make it compulsory.”

“College athletics are so entrenched and enjoyed by so many people that they will never be discontinued or substantially changed. I know that. I just pity the people caught in that tender trap. And most of all, I pity those kids.”

“Kids in the city can play cricket, badminton, tennis or football. Athletics is not their cup of tea.”