Time & hindsight

What made you decide to stop something you were known for, and how did you know it was time?

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Ellie Simmonds British Paralympic swimmer, 2008–2021
I don't think I could go for another three years. I'm leaving it at the right time, I love it, I've absolutely had a wonderful competition and I've loved every minute of it.
Recorded Channel 4, Poolside, Tokyo Aquatics Centre, after the S6 400m freestyle final, BBC Sport, 2 September 2021 source ↗

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