Eilish McColgan withdraws from Commonwealth Games due to injury

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 2:40 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Eilish McColgan withdraws from Commonwealth Games due to injury

Summary

Eilish McColgan has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games, where she was set to defend her 10,000m title on Monday. The decision follows an ongoing recovery from a toe injury sustained at the London Marathon. McColgan's exit adds to a growing list of notable withdrawals from the event. As the host nation's star athlete, her absence is seen as a significant setback for Scotland's chances in the track events.

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•Eilish McColgan was the reigning 10,000m champion.
•She announced her withdrawal on Saturday.
•McColgan has not fully recovered from a toe injury.
•The Commonwealth Games are currently facing multiple high-profile withdrawals.
•McColgan's event is scheduled for Monday.

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2:40 PMThe Guardian Sport — Scotland’s Eilish McColgan pulls out in latest blow for Commonwealth Games

What they're saying

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Host nation’s star athlete is latest big-name withdrawal 10,000m champion was due to defend title on Monday The Commonwealth Games has suffered yet another blow after Eilish McColgan, Scotland’s star athlete at these championships, became the latest big name to pull out. McColgan, the reigning 10,000m champion, was due to defend her title on Monday but on Saturday revealed she had not fully recovered from a toe injury sustained at the London Marathon. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Sean Ingle in Glasgow

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