Laura Muir to compete in 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 9:02 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Laura Muir will compete in the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow next month. The event takes place at Scotstoun Stadium, and Muir is looking to strengthen her endurance as she prepares for future competitions up to the 2028 Olympics. The 33-year-old, who previously won 1500m gold at the 2022 Games, will not defend that title as the event is not scheduled. Muir aims to enhance her performances in both the 5,000m and her primary 1500m event, stating her plan serves as part of an experimental year leading to major championships. The Scotland team features 39 track and field athletes, including Olympic silver medallist Josh Kerr and defending Commonwealth champion Eilish McColgan.
- •Muir aims to strengthen endurance in 5,000m event.
- •She won 1500m gold at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
- •The 5,000m race is part of Muir's preparation for the 2028 Olympics.
- •Muir was recently beaten in the 1500m at the British Championships.
- •Team Scotland consists of 39 track and field athletes for the Commonwealth Games.
- 9:12 AMYahoo Sports — Muir to run 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
- 9:02 AMBBC Sport — Muir to run 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
"Scotland's Laura Muir will run the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as she aims to be "as strong as possible" for the major events up to the 2028 Olympics.
"Scotland's Laura Muir will run the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as she aims to be "as strong as possible" for the major events up to the 2028 Olympics.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 26, 2026, 9:12 AMMuir to run 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Scotland's Laura Muir will run the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as she aims to be "as strong as possible" for the major events up to the 2028 Olympics.
- BBC SportJun 26, 2026, 9:02 AMMuir to run 5,000m at Glasgow Commonwealth Games
Scotland's Laura Muir will run the 5,000m at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as she aims to be "as strong as possible" for the major events up to the 2028 Olympics.
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