Mo Farah and the London Marathon: A Tale of Triumph... ish
Ah, Mo Farah. Britain's golden boy, the distance running dominator, the man who could outrun a speeding bus (probably). But when it comes to the London Marathon, Mo's story is less "chariot ride through victory" and more "scenic jog through Hyde Park."
Did Mo Farah EVER win the London Marathon?
Nope. That's the short and slightly surprising answer. Despite his impressive track record and marathon victories in Chicago and Chicago (yes, Chicago twice, that's not a typo!), the London Marathon has proven a bit of a kryptonite for Mo.
So Close, Yet So Far-ah (get it?)
Mo's had some cracking runs in the London Marathon. He smashed the British record in his debut year, even earning a respectable eighth place. Then there was the time he snagged third place, setting another British record (seems record-breaking is Mo's thing). But that elusive first-place finish just seems to slip through his fingers.
Maybe the London crowds are a bit too enthusiastic? Maybe the pigeons throw him off his rhythm? Who knows!
But Wait, There's More!
Mo's London Marathon journey isn't all disappointment. In 2023, he used the race as a farewell to the marathon distance, finishing a very respectable ninth. It was an emotional goodbye for a London legend, marathon win or not.
FAQ: You Ask, We Kinda Answer (Because Let's Be Honest, Google Does it Better)
How to train like Mo Farah? Well, that's a whole other story! But let's just say it involves a LOT of running and a sprinkle of superhuman athleticism.
How to win the London Marathon? Train hard, have incredible stamina, and maybe bribe the pigeons with some breadcrumbs (unproven strategy, use at your own risk).
How many times has Mo Farah won the London Marathon? Zero. But hey, he holds the British record… twice!
How many marathons has Mo Farah won? Two! Chicago in 2014 and 2018.
How awesome is Mo Farah? On a scale of 1 to incredibly awesome, he's off the charts. Just maybe skip asking him about the London Marathon.
