I was working in corporate Canada and I was doing all right. But I was burnt out… Long hours, a lot of clients. I just wanted to get away. Track and field was sort of like the elimination thing. I just wanted to go and do something. Exercise my brain and my body and kind of gravitate to that. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
In running, I can internalize that intensity. I can handle it because it’s me and I’m coming back in the next race. I’m always ready for the next race. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
You find sprinters testing other sprinters’ mental capability. But these are my good friends on the track. I don’t think we need to do that. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
I’d like to be a more consistent starter. I’d like a smoother transition from crouching to running. I have to learn to relax during a race and how to breathe. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
You have to beat the king to be the king. No one is going to hand you a gold medal. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
Follow your passion, be prepared to work hard and sacrifice, and, above all, don’t let anyone limit your dreams. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
Our people historically have gone through a lot. That is our story. You can trace it all the way back to slavery. But it is incumbent upon everyone, no matter what field, to make it easier on the next generation. Donovan Bailey Read Quote
I want to give as many Canadians the opportunity to be successful and if we can use their athletic gifts to get them a free degree or a free diploma across the border then I guess I’m doing my job. Donovan Bailey Read Quote