Mo Farah Reflects on Storied Career During Mumbai Marathon Visit

The four-time Olympic gold medalist shares his journey from a trafficked child to a global running icon while inspiring Indian athletes.

Mo Farah, the ambassador for the 2025 Tata Mumbai Marathon, visited Mumbai for the first time to inspire athletes and share his story.
Farah highlighted his journey from being trafficked to the UK as a child to becoming one of the most decorated long-distance runners in history, with four Olympic and six World Championship gold medals.
He emphasized the pivotal moments in his career, including his double gold triumph at the London Olympics and his breakthrough at the 2010 European Championships.
Farah advised Indian athletes to learn from East African runners, focusing on technique, mindset, and self-belief to excel in distance running.
Reflecting on his success, Farah credited his resilience, strategic preparation, and the influence of key mentors like his physical education teacher, Alan Watkinson, for transforming his life and career.