Lizzie Armitstead

I've got a lot of silvers. Second seems to be something I end up being. I don't want to be the bridesmaid forever.

I am one of the best in the world, and it's a position I should get used to being in.

It's really important for cycling and for women to be on a sporting stage which is in the mainstream and across the board, not just my own sport.

I like being part of the Great Britain setup. I like feeling I'm at a race that is important and the pressure that goes with it.

It's no big deal if I disappoint strangers.

There's been a lot of champions before me, and I'm sure there will be ahead of me.

You've got all that 130 km. of being totally focused, and as soon as you cross the line, it takes a few seconds to realise what's happened.

Crossing the line and being world champion, I've always dreamt about it, and now I've done it. It's quite a surreal feeling, but obviously very special.

I love being world champion.

I feel extremely guilty that I've had to put team-mates through extra media questions.

I mean, for me, the reason I ride my bike and race is because I love doing it, not because I'm seeking recognition for it.

It's very special that the Olympics is in London. As a first Olympic experience, it's going to be pretty incredible.