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Commonwealth Games: Eilish McColgan to carry Scotland flag at closing ceremony

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Birmingham 2022 gold medallist Eilish McColgan will carry the Scotland flag at Monday’s Commonwealth Games closing ceremony at Alexander Stadium.

McColgan won the 10,000m on Wednesday in a Games record amid emotional scenes, as she emulated the achievement of mother Liz in 1986 and 1990.

The 31-year-old will run again in the 5000m final on Sunday.

McColgan, competing at her third Commonwealth Games, said the honour “tops off an already amazing week”.

“Representing Scotland is such a moment of pride,” she continued. “We are a close-knit team – I have been running and competing with so many of the team since I was 12.

“But not just the athletes; the medics, coaches and staff. That’s what makes it special, so to lead them out at the closing ceremony will be a moment I will never forget.”

Source: BBC

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