London 2012: the magnificent seven Exclusive Guardian interviews with seven of the biggest names at the Olympics
Mo Farah: 'Confidence feels like it's a weapon. You're in control' By thinking of the Olympics as just a normal race, Farah has put nerves to one side in preparation for London 2012
Kobe Bryant: elder statesman is eager for final shot at Olympic gold Jeremiah Tittle Team USA's NBA legend talks to Jeremiah Tittle about grey hairs, experimental knee therapy and Big Ben ahead of London 2012
Usain Bolt: 'Legends have come before me, but this is my time' Donald McRae Usain Bolt tells Donald McRae about his rivals for the sprint crown, the horror of false starts and how he plans to make history at London 2012
Keri-Anne Payne: 'Being favourite means absolutely nothing' Fearless 10km open-water swimmer is going for gold at London 2012 after overcoming panic attacks and funding cuts
Ben Ainslie: 'There are 12 guys who could beat me to London 2012 gold' After a turbulent year, Team GB's triple Olympic champion is battling to become the greatest sailor in Games history
Michael Phelps: it would be 'kinda cool to rewrite history' in London The laid-back American tells Kevin Mitchell that the passion is back as he bids to become the most decorated Olympian of all time by winning three medals at London 2012
Tom Daley: If I dive my best I can achieve my London 2012 gold dream With 10 days to go before Tom Daley's Olympics begin, he tells Donald McRae there's nothing to do but wait – and that's the scary bit
