Prepare for tearspublished at 07:07 Greenwich Mean Time 15 February 2014
There could well be more tears later on today when Yarnold is presented with her gold medal. The ceremony will be broadcast live on BBC Two at 16:36 GMT so make sure you do not miss it.
Life is certainly never going to be the same for the 25-year-old. We will be bringing you all the latest reaction from the gold medallist throughout the day.