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Eilish McColgan, British half-marathon record-holder, returns to racing at the Big Half after a foot injury. McColgan, who finished seventh at the London Marathon, suffered a toe injury and foot fracture. She trained in Dubai and Font-Romeu to prepare for the event.
McColgan will face strong competition from reigning champion Jess Warner-Judd and Lily Partridge. On the men's side, Jack Rowe leads the field, aiming for a record-breaking fourth consecutive title. Other notable competitors include Phil Sesemann, Weynay Ghebresilasie, and Andy Butchart. Read more racing coverage.
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McColgan aims to reclaim Big Half title after foot injury sidelined her. Eilish McColgan, British half-marathon record-holder, returns to racing at the Big Half after a foot injury. McColgan, who finished seventh at the London Marathon, suffered a toe injury and foot fracture. She trained in Dubai and Font-Romeu to prepare for the event.
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Runner World published this brief on September 4, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 4, 2026.
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