Quotes by Bernard Lagat

“But is was just a test, I am remaining a miler.”

“My body is tired from yesterday. I was struggling until I went all out in the last 150 metres.”

“I ran this 3,000 like a 1,500. The finish was great.”

“I was very confident when it came down to my kick. I knew I could kick even a 25 [second split] for the last 200. As long as I didnt let any big gaps develop.”

“Im ready to come back fresh and run with my guys again.”

“He was only missing one thing: Olympic gold. I was really happy for him. You know hes deserving and he got it today.”

“We are still waiting on that.”

“If we get the relief from the Kenyan federation, then that would work.”

“I dont see anything that is going to stop them from that. If they were to say no to me, then they are not doing service for me.”

“I know the corners. Theyre really tight, but I know how to run them. Hell have to see how we run them by following us. ... Hes going to be playing in our field, but he has tremendous speed.”