Farah's dedication to athletics led him to join Newham and Essex Beagles in England. Since 2018, he has been coached by Gary Lough. Known by nicknames such as "Fly Mo" and "Tojo," Farah supports Arsenal football club in his leisure time. His most memorable sporting achievement is winning gold medals in the 5000m and 10,000m at the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

Farah has faced several injuries throughout his career. In 2020, he withdrew from the 'Big Half' marathon in London due to an Achilles tendon injury. In 2014, he collapsed after a training run in the USA due to an infection following a tooth removal. This incident led to his withdrawal from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

In 2010, fatigue prevented him from competing at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi. Earlier setbacks include a stress fracture to his hip in late 2007 and a stress fracture to his pelvis in 2003. Despite these challenges, Farah's resilience has been evident throughout his career.

Achievements and Honours

Farah's list of accolades is extensive. He was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year in 2017 and was appointed a Knight Grand Cross of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire in the same year. He was also named European Sportsman of the Year by the International Sports Press Association in 2013.

The British Athletics Writers' Association named him Male Athlete of the Year multiple times between 2006 and 2013. Additionally, he was recognised as athletics' Olympic Athlete of the Year by the British Olympic Association in 2010 and 2013. Farah was also named European Athlete of the Year in 2011 and 2012.

Milestones

At the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Farah became the second athlete to win back-to-back Olympic gold medals in both the 5000m and 10,000m events. He achieved this feat first at the 2012 Games in London. In 2016, he became the first athlete to win gold in these events at two editions of both the Olympic Games and world championships.

Farah's achievements at the world championships are equally impressive. In 2013, he became the first British athletics competitor to win three gold medals at these championships. He went on to win four, five, and six gold medals at subsequent editions in 2015 and 2017.

Track Retirement and Return

After winning gold medals at the Rio Olympics, Farah retired from track events in late August 2017 to focus on marathons. However, he announced his return to track competition in late 2019 with an aim to defend his 10,000m title at the Tokyo Olympics. By September 2020, he confirmed he would focus solely on this event.

The 'Mobot' Celebration

Farah is known for his trademark celebration called the 'Mobot,' where he forms an M shape with his arms arched on his head. This gained worldwide attention when Usain Bolt performed it after winning gold at the 2012 Olympics. Madame Tussauds even unveiled a waxwork model of Farah in this pose.

Early Life

Born in Mogadishu, Somalia, Farah's early life was disrupted by civil war. His family moved to Djibouti before heading to Europe. Initially planning to live with his grandmother in Amsterdam, they eventually settled in London to be closer to his father. In 2011, Farah and his wife launched the Mo Farah Foundation to support people in Somalia.

Farah's journey from Somalia to becoming one of Britain's most successful athletes is inspiring. His dedication to athletics has earned him numerous accolades and a place among the sport's greats.