Mo Farah Short biography
Mo Farah is a British long-distance runner who has won four Olympic gold medals and six World Championship gold medals. He is the most successful male track distance runner in history. Farah was born in Somalia, but moved to the United Kingdom as a child. He began his running career in 2001 and quickly rose to prominence. He won his first major title, the European Athletics Junior Championships 5000 meters, in 2001. Farah went on to win numerous other titles, including the 2012 and 2016 Olympic 5000 meters and 10,000 meters, and the 2013 and 2015 World Championship 5000 meters and 10,000 meters. Farah is known for his strong finishing kick and his ability to win close races. He is also a world record holder in the one hour run.
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Mo Farah Frequently Asked Questions
Does Mo Farah have social media?
Yes — see official links above.
What is Mo Farah's rank among Runners?
Currently # 3 among all Runners.
When did Mo Farah start his career?
Mo Farah's career ran from 1994 to 2021.
What are Mo Farah's main income sources?
Mo Farah earns income primarily from Sports and Endorsements, as shown in our latest estimate above.
When was Mo Farah's net worth last updated?
We last updated this estimate in March 2024.
What is Mo Farah known for?
He is best known as a runner.
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