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Mo Farah

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Athlete Legend UK Olympic Long Distance Track Athletes

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Sir Mo Farah, born Mohamed Farah in Somalia, is a British distance runner who achieved Olympic gold medals in the 5,000m and 10,000m at both the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics, becoming one of Great Britain’s most decorated athletes.

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How many Olympic gold medals did Mo Farah win?

Sir Mo Farah won a total of four Olympic gold medals during his track and field career. He famously achieved the difficult 'double-double' by winning gold in both the 5,000m and 10,000m races at the 2012 London and 2016 Rio Olympics.

Where was Mo Farah born?

Mohamed Farah was born in Mogadishu, Somalia, before later moving to the UK as a child. His journey from Somalia to becoming one of Great Britain’s most decorated and beloved athletes is a major part of his public legacy.

Did Mo Farah ever break a world record?

Yes, in addition to his Olympic and World Championship titles, Farah set the World Record in the One Hour run in 2020. He covered a staggering distance of 21,330 meters in exactly 60 minutes on the track.

Is Mo Farah still competing in the Olympics?

No, Sir Mo Farah officially retired from competitive athletics after a farewell event in 2017, though he made a brief return to the sport. He ultimately did not qualify for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, marking the end of his Olympic career.