Let's make this birthday one to remember.

80 years old (Born on May 15, 1944)

Happy Birthday to the legendary Miruts Yifter, whose lightning-fast finishes left competitors wondering if they'd accidentally signed up for a sprint! Your unforgettable double gold at the 1980 Moscow Olympics in both the 5,000m and 10,000m races still inspires runners worldwide. Rumor has it your final lap was so quick that even cameras struggled to keep up!

And let's not forget your bronze medal from Munich in '72—proof that greatness sometimes comes with a warm-up round. Today we celebrate you, Miruts; may your legacy continue to outrun time itself. Keep pacing heaven's tracks—you'll always be our favorite "Yifter the Shifter!"