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In general, I enjoy athletes who have a strong character who let their abilities speak for themselves.

I would say that one of the hardest things for an athlete, and really anybody of any profession, is that we create our identity in what we do.

I'm often drawn to characters that are more obviously one thing. They're passionate, and there is always an element of strength because I think every person possesses that in some way, even if they've experienced hardship in their lives.

I do like athletes as they have amazing self-discipline.

I think one has to understand that there are stages in life, and that the life of an athlete has its limits. It's short, and then it stops, and sooner or later you have to accept that.

I just like the prospect of playing lots of different types of characters and just the opportunity to challenge yourself, do something different and surprise people.

Sportsmen just do what they do. I'm not trying to be a role model. If there's any inspiration people can take from me, take as much as you can - from my good and my bad.

I like situations that push a character to the edge.

As an actor, what I'm finding is that I really like the extremes. I think that's really fun to play with.