Sebastian Coe is a former British middle-distance runner and a prominent sports administrator. He was born on September 29, 1956, in London, England. Coe is best known for winning two Olympic gold medals in the 1500 meters at the 1980 Moscow Olympics and the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. He set multiple world records during his athletic career and became a key figure in promoting athletics globally. After retiring from competitive running, Coe transitioned into sports management. He served as the chairman of the London Organising Committee for the Olympic Games in 2012 and is currently the president of the World Athletics governing body. His contributions have significantly impacted the development of athletics and sports events worldwide.