Finest sporting moment: I dived my way into the semi-final at the World Championships in Montreal (2005) on 10m, and won a bronze medal at Junior Europeans

Tip for the top: Keep dedicated but have fun in the process

First GB selection year: 6 Nations in 2001 

Sporting heroes: Laura Wilkinson and Kelly Holmes

Closest friend in sport: Louise Van Hoof

Favourite sport other than diving: Gymnastics

Three words that best describe you: Clumsy, blonde and loyal

Would most like to meet: Will Smith and Jennifer Aniston

Biggest influence on career: My family, Andy Banks and Sam Grevett- collectively known as Team Brooke! 

Toughest opponent: Tonia Couch. I train with her, compete with her and we are good friends too

Any pets: A Border Collie called Fizz, two cats and a kitten 

Biggest disappointment: Getting Glandular Fever before the Commonwealth Trials

Favourite venue and why: Barcelona. It's a sunny, outdoor pool with a spectacular view

Tips to relax: Watch Friends (Channel 4 programme) over and over again!

Family: My Mum is called Karen and my Dad is called David. I also have a brother called Chris

Ultimate ambition: To go as far as I can with diving

Where do you see yourself in 10 years: Retired