ATHENS, Greece -- Udomporn Polsak became the first Thai woman to strike Olympic gold as Asian athletes enjoyed another medal-laden day at the Games.

CNN: Thai gold as Asian athletes excel

Yet Davies is hopeful others will see that they, too, may be able to strike out for Olympic glory.

BBC: NEWS | UK | Wales | Swimmer hopes medal will inspire

During questions on 24 July 2012, Baroness Fookes asked ministers what representations they had made to the Public and Commercial Services (PCS) Union about the proposed strike on the day before the opening of the 2012 Olympic Games.

BBC: Peer condemns 'squalid' strike