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Top 12 Quotes & Sayings by Michael East

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American athlete Michael East.

Last updated on April 14, 2025.

Michael East

Michael John East is a retired middle distance athlete. His best result came in winning the 1500 metres gold medal at the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester, England. As of 2019 he is the last British male to win a major 1500m title.

American - Athlete | Born: January 20, 1978

Source: Wikipedia

I first discovered my turn of pace when I was playing football as a kid.

Michael East

Michael East

If you go too soon, you can come unstuck with 50m left when the guys are going past you.

Michael East

Michael East

You have to have your wits about you and think quickly on your feet. — © Michael East

You have to have your wits about you and think quickly on your feet.

Michael East

Michael East

I could produce spurts of speed and after taking up athletics I found myself running quite quickly over 400m.

Michael East

Michael East

If you see swarms of guys coming around you, you have to try and avoid being stuck on the kerb.

Michael East

Michael East

Stepping up a gear during any race is not an easy thing to do.

Michael East

Michael East

It is a natural gift I was born with but it's something I've had to nurture in training.

Michael East

Michael East

Deciding on when to kick is crucial and depends on how the race is unfolding.

Michael East

Michael East

If it's a slow race you have to be on your guard. You have to be patient, but I prefer that.

Michael East

Michael East

It probably won't sink in until I've retired from running but I'm a much better athlete than two years ago.

Michael East

Michael East

So when you put the kick in and the other runners go past you, it's game over!

Michael East

Michael East

Winning Commonwealth gold was just totally unbelievable.

Michael East

Michael East

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