I have a lot of bitter memories from Beijing. Hopefully, we can erase those memories and bring the gold back to Japan. Download Download Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Rotate quotes back beijing bitter
I would like beautiful gymnastics to be recognized as the best. I want the judges to appreciate things that are not necessarily winning points. Kohei Uchimura beautifulgymnasticjudge Change image and share on social
I don't think my natural talent is much different to the other gymnasts. It is a matter of how I train and how I think about my training. I also give a lot of thought to my routines. Kohei Uchimura givegymnastlot Change image and share on social
Four years ago, I felt the importance of the Olympics and how it is different from other events. It's a completely different atmosphere. The main advice I can give my teammates is to try to enjoy the experience. Kohei Uchimura adviceagoatmosphere share on social
Life would pall if it were all sugar; salt is bitter if taken by itself; but when tasted as part of the dish, it savours the meat. Difficulties are the salt of life. Robert Baden-Powell bitterdifficultydish Change image and share on social
When I have a creative insight, there is a high. I think back in the day, I made music as much as I did because it made me feel so good. I think you could argue that there is a creative addiction - but, you know, the healthy kind. Lauryn Hill addictionargueback share on social
I know my Beijing medal has been a watershed moment in the history of Indian boxing, but personally speaking, I would like to better it in London. Vijender Singh beijingboxhistory Change image and share on social