Marian Jones has learned that declaring such things as aiming to win five gold medals at an Olympic Games downloads unnecessary pressure. The American, who has become a celebrity in the US, is now looking towards the World Championships in Edmonton, Canada next summer.

While she refuses to say what her plans are, the International Amateur Athletics Federation website notes that the queen of the track has mentioned that she still hasn't won a World Championship in the 200 metres, long jump and 4x400 metre relay.