Everything I did that required effort, I opened my mouth. Even to catch a ball, I opened my mouth. — Betty Cuthbert
I realized from a very early age that God gave me a gift, and that gift was to run, and — Betty Cuthbert
My parents always encouraged me and I had a good home life. We were always taught to respect things and other people. — Betty Cuthbert
My favorite event was the 200m, so as I won the 100m, I thought it was possible I’d win the 200m. — Betty Cuthbert
My salvation was a free gift. I didn’t have to work for it and it’s better than any gold medal that I’ve ever won. — Betty Cuthbert
The integral part of being a star is having the will to win. All the champions have it. — Betty Cuthbert