Speaking to UK Standard on Monday Mikel Obi has praised his partner, Olga Diyachenko, for her support and encouragement and that winning a Bronze medal at Rio 2016 is a wonderful achievement for him and his family. In his words:
‘I was obviously very clear before travelling to Brazil that my target was the gold medal. But to get the bronze is still an amazing achievement. There was a celebration at the hotel afterwards, we were all jumping around. Everyone was so excited. I went to sleep last night with my medal beside me; I couldn’t and didn’t want to let it out of my sight.’
‘It really is a dream come true for me, for my family, my two little angels – my twin baby girls – my wonderful girlfriend, who has supported me all : the way. First off all I want to celebrate with my family, put it around my daughters’ neck, take pictures and make sure they get to see what daddy achieved.’