Laura Muir will compete in the 5,000m at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games, marking a significant shift in distance for the Scottish athlete. The move represents a deliberate step to strengthen her endurance ahead of future competitions, including the 2028 Olympics.
Muir’s decision to tackle the longer distance comes after her impressive showing at the previous Commonwealth Games, where she claimed gold in the 1500m in 2022. By stepping up to the 5,000m, she is expanding her range and testing herself against tougher endurance demands on the track.
Scottish Strength in Distance Running
Team Scotland boasts considerable depth in the middle and long-distance events at the Games. Alongside Muir, the squad includes fellow athletes Sarah Calvert and Josh Kerr, who will represent the nation across the distance running programme.
The Scottish contingent receives a significant boost from the presence of Eilish McColgan, who holds the distinction of being the defending 10,000m champion. McColgan’s experience and success at the longer distances adds considerable strength to Scotland’s overall athletics roster at the Glasgow event.
The team also includes Jake Wightman among its athlete contingent, further strengthening Scotland’s credentials in the running events. Additionally, Ben Sandilands will represent the nation in the Paralympic competition, extending Scottish participation across the full spectrum of the Games.