Olympic champion and World & European champion in long jump
Malaika Mihambo
Biography
Malaika Mihambo is an Olympic champion, world, and European champion in long jump, and a three-time Athlete of the Year. In 2021, she was named "Athlete of the Hearts," and in 2022, she was honored as "Brand of the Year" and "Star of the Year" at the SportBild Awards. As an ambassador for natural mineral water, she advocates for environmentally friendly products, combining this with her studies in environmental science. Mihambo stands for discipline, fairness, and integrity in sports and is committed to social justice and education for children and young people through her association, "Malaikas Herzsprung e.V." In her book "Jump Yourself Free," she shares her experiences on the connection between physical movement and mental freedom.