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Simon Cowell wants London Olympics gold medal Mo Farah for ‘The X Factor’.

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The show supremo is keen to sign the double Gold Medal winner to be a mentor.

Cowell admires his spirit and the motivation he inspires in young people.

Farah won gold in the 5,000 metres and 10,000 metres events at the London 2012 games

Now he could appear in an Olympics-themed show, when the final acts have been picked and the live rounds of the show begin.

A source told The Sun newspaper: “Teaming up with our athletes means they can offer training and pep talks.

“People like Mo know about dedication and hard work. It’s only right we invite them to help us shape our future pop stars.”

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