"It's hard to put into words what an incredible journey it's been. Thank you for all the support, love, and belief you've shown me throughout my career. From a baby-faced Adam at London 2012 to a slightly more grey-haired version in 2025. I hope I've made you proud."
"Knowledge is power and if I'm able to teach these kids everything that I know, I can die happy. I hope even just one or two of them can feel some sort of inspiration from my story, because football is very tough sport - like, I never planned to become an athlete."
"For a lot of these guys they won't make it to the top level, they won't make it to the top of the Premier League. But if I can teach them the skills that I've got, one or two of them might even come into athletics, you never really know."
Adam Gemili has retired from athletics and joined Chelsea as a part-time speed coach. He was a former European 200m champion and won relay medals at three World Championships. Gemili expressed gratitude for the support throughout his career, reflecting on his journey from the London 2012 Olympics to his current role. He aims to inspire young footballers with his knowledge and experience, acknowledging the challenges of reaching the top level in sports. Gemili is one of three British male sprinters to have run under 10 seconds in the 100m and 20 seconds in the 200m.
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