Mary Peters is a former British athlete known for her achievements in the sport of athletics, particularly in the long jump and pentathlon. Born on July 6, 1939, in Belfast, Northern Ireland, she gained international recognition for her performances in the 1960s and 1970s. Peters won a gold medal in the long jump at the 1972 Munich Olympics, making her one of the first female athletes from Northern Ireland to achieve such a feat. In addition to her Olympic success, Mary Peters set multiple records during her career and was a prominent figure in promoting women's sports. After retiring from competitive athletics, she became involved in various charitable activities and served as a sports administrator. Her contributions to athletics and her advocacy for sports development have left a lasting impact on the sporting community.