Sir Mo Farah

Sir Mo Farah, CBE, is a multiple Olympic, World and European champion – the UK’s greatest ever athlete, who transitioned from track events to marathons, including breaking the one-hour world record and becoming a National School Sport Champion. After securing his first major international title in the 5000 meters at the 2001 European Athletics Junior Championships, Sir Mo Farah, CBE, went on to establish himself as the UK’s greatest ever athlete. His early career saw him break the British indoor 3000m record in 2009, followed by securing the European 5000m/10,000m double at the 2010 European Athletics Championships. A pivotal move to Portland, Oregon, in 2011 to train under Alberto Salazar preceded a breakthrough year, where he earned a silver medal in the 10,000m and a gold in the 5000m at the 2011 World Championships, setting the stage for his iconic Olympic achievements.

For his unparalleled contributions to athletics, Sir Mo Farah was knighted in 2017, further cementing his legacy as a national icon. In 2024, Sir Mo Farah was appointed as the first Global Goodwill Ambassador for the International Organization for Migration (IOM), advocating for migrants worldwide. The same year, he was announced as the National School Sport Champion, reinforcing his commitment to inspire the next generation through sport. These roles underscore his continued influence and dedication to broader social causes, building on his extraordinary athletic career that captivated audiences globally for over two decades.