Support system: Lindsays back Eilish once again with sponsorship on the road to Los Angeles

Wednesday 10th December 2025

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scottishathletics sponsors Lindsays are lining up to support Eilish McColgan’s bid to reach her fifth Olympic Games.

The record-breaking distance runner is already the only Scot to have competed in four Games in track and field.

But – as she writes a new chapter of her career in road racing – the 35-year-old has her sights set on surpassing that by competing in the marathon at Los Angeles in 2028.

And it is one that Scottish legal firm Lindsays, who have sponsored the Commonwealth gold medallist since 2013, are delighted to back with three more years of support. Lindsays, who also sponsor Cross Country and Road Racing for scottishathletics, will back Eilish to the end of the 2029 competition season.

‘I’m incredibly thankful for the support I’ve had from Lindsays over the years,’ said Eilish.

‘I’m really excited about what the next few years hold, with some completely new challenges for me on the road. Getting to the marathon in Los Angeles is a big priority.

‘Over the years, Lindsays have made not just an investment in me as an athlete, but as a person. Their support has been constant, whether I’ve been on the podium or battling back from injuries. As an athlete, knowing I have support like that is a serious confidence boost.’

Eilish has been supported by Lindsays since 2013 (with this photo from 2017)

Eilish set a new Scottish best time as she made her debut in the London Marathon in April.

Lots of eyes are already on McColgan for next year, with both the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow – for which she is an ambassador – and the European Championships in Birmingham.

‘There’s definitely a lot of excitement going into next year,’ she added. ‘There’s something really special about home championships, so we’ll see what they might hold for me.;

As well as supporting McColgan as an individual, Lindsays also provide legal support for her charity, Giving Back To Track, which supports up-and-coming Scottish athletes.

Ian Beattie, Chief Operating Officer of Lindsays, said: ‘Eilish has been on a remarkable journey over the last 12 years that we’ve supported her – and we’re really pleased to be joining her on the next leg.

‘Eilish does so much to inspire others, through her determination and achievements. She’s a tremendous ambassador for Scottish sport and an incredible role model for other athletes.’