It's been a whirlwind week for James DeGale since the Harlesden star won gold at the Beijing Olympics last Saturday.
The 22-year-old told Harrow Observer sports editor Tim Edwards how he did it, what his future plans are and how a tough ultimatum from his family put him back on the straight and narrow after some troubled teenage years.
"Before I went I was just proud to be an Olympian, but to become an Olympic champion is just unbelievable," he said. "When I got there and saw the draw I thought I would miss out on a medal. Because the best Russian boxer at that weight was there, the reigning Olympic champion, Bakhitiyar Artayev was there and also Darren Sutherland, who had previously beaten me four times. I just couldn't believe it and a lot of people gave me no chance."
To read the full interview see today's Harrow Observer or Wembley Observer.