Eilish McColgan Sets Scottish Record in London Marathon Debut

Eilish McColgan made a remarkable marathon debut at the London Marathon, finishing in 2:24:25 to set a new Scottish record and surpass her mother Liz McColgan's long-standing personal best. After years of setbacks due to injuries and a cautious approach to marathon training, Eilish achieved her goal of breaking both her mother's record and the national mark, completing an emotional family milestone. Despite her nerves and limited long-distance training experience, Eilish executed a composed race, finishing eighth in the elite women's field. Throughout the build-up, she acknowledged the influence of her mother—both as coach and role model—while also highlighting their differing training philosophies. Eilish expressed hope that this marathon would serve as a platform for further achievements in her career and spoke candidly about overcoming both physical and online challenges. Her performance marks a significant new chapter in Scottish athletics and her own journey.