TOP Paralympic swimmer Nyree Lewis has revealed the pull of performing in front of a home crowd is motivation alone to make London 2012.

The Hereford 29-year-old is a multiple Paralymic gold winner, competing in the last three and finishing among the medals at each one.

Lewis, who has cerebral palsy, took up swimming at the age of five and made her GB debut in 1999 at the IPCSwimming European Championships where she scooped a silver and bronze.

In the 10 years since, she is one of Britain’s most successful swimmers, winning seven world and eight European medals in addition to a number of British titles.

As a result, Lewis collected an MBE earlier this month.

With time ticking down until the opening ceremony in London, athletes have a great chance to put themselves forward for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Lewis said: “London 2012 could be my fourth Paralympic Games.

“Even though going to my first games in Sydney was incredible, the idea of competing in front of a home crowd is what is motivating me to continue my training.

“Swimming has been an important part of my life for 10 years and I would encourage anyone to try the sport.

“There is nothing to lose and everything to gain from putting yourself in a position to achieve greatness.”

People with any form of disability who think they might have what it takes to become a Paralympic champion can register their interest at uksport.gov.uk/talent before January 11 next year.