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Eilish McColgan claimed her fourth London 10,000 title, finishing in 31:50. She overcame blisters that forced her out of the Great North Run. McColgan holds the British record for the distance.
The Scot finished ahead of Jess Warner-Judd and Kate Estlea-Morris. This win caps a season with highs and lows, including a European record and a toe injury. McColgan also won the Big Half recently. Read more racing coverage.
Kadar Omar Abdullahi won the men's title in 29:20. He won the Big Half earlier this year. Abdullahi is a refugee from Ethiopia and became a British citizen this summer. Related: Eilish McColgan Eyes Record Fourth London 10,000 Title.
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McColgan secures victory in 31:50, overcoming blisters from Great North Run. Eilish McColgan claimed her fourth London 10,000 title, finishing in 31:50. She overcame blisters that forced her out of the Great North Run. McColgan holds the British record for the distance.
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Runner World published this brief on September 27, 2026. The underlying Athletics Weekly report was dated September 27, 2026.
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