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In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan discuss all things indoors. They look back at the recent Scottish Athletics EAP Meeting, The Millrose Games and look ahead to the British Indoor Championships.  Recent athlete performances include, Alyson Bell, Josh Kerr, Jake Wightman, Jemma Reekie, Nikki Manson, Eilish McColgan, Rebecca Grieve and lot's more!  As always listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In the first episode of the new year, Eilidh and Susan discuss some of the recent performances from Scottish athletes, including a European record from Eilish McColgan and a Scottish Record from Andy Butchart. Other talking points include, the surprising announcement that British athlete Reece Prescod will be joining the Enhanced Games, the athletes Eilidh and Susan expect to appear during the indoor season and finally, what the year may look like with two home championships to look forward to.  As always, listen, enjoy and share.  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In part 2 of the 2025 season review, Eilidh and Susan look back at those performances outwith the Scots and give their take on the best and worst moments of the year. As well as discussing the impact of new initiatives such as Grand Slam Track.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In the first of a two part look back at the 2025 season, Eilidh and Susan focus on the Scottish Athletes during this episode. From World Indoors, the London Marathon, British Champs and finally the World and Para World Championships - they look back at the Scots who shined.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

This week, with the majority of athletes just getting back into Winter training and competitions being quiet, Eilidh and Susan decided to chat more about doping within athletics.  After the recent 3 year ban given to Kenyan athlete (and current marathon world record holder) Ruth Chepng'etich, the two discuss whether enough is being done in the sport to protect clean athletes and should there be tougher sanctions.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Para Athletics championships and discuss the 3 Scots who were part of the team.  The two also discuss the recent news regarding Laura Muir's former coach, Andy Young, who received a three year ban from the sport due to serious misconduct. The discussion raises the issue of performance versus athlete welfare and whether there needs to be changes made to ensure athletes are protected and safe.  Finally, Eilidh and Susan also chat about The Enhanced Games and the recent addition of athlete, Fred Kerley, who is currently serving a suspension due to an anti-doing whereabouts failure.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the World Championships and give their take on the Scot’s and the overall British Athletics performances. Not surprisingly, most of the discussion is taken up by the men’s 1500m and that amazing silver medal won by Jake Wightman!  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look ahead to the World Championships and give their predictions on the ones to watch and which Scots they believe will bring home medals!  The World Athletics Championships take place in Tokyo, Japan from the 13th - 21st of September.  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode of The Inside Track, Eilidh and Susan look back at the British Championships and discuss how many of their predictions came true. They also look at the impact of rising star Sarah Calvert and her surprise victory over Laura Muir.  Other topics covered this week include the return of Olympic Champion, Keely Hodgkinson and the recent doping ban given to American sprinter, Fred Kerley, for missing three anti-doping tests.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this bumper episode, Eilidh and Susan cover a lot of recent performances and discussion points in the world of athletics. Including covering Scottish performances from the London Diamond League and Euro U23s. They look forward to the British Championships, the head to heads, who will double up and who they believe will secure their spot for the World Championships.  Finally, the two also discuss the recent doping violation from Kenyan athlete Ruth Chipngetich as well as the current progress of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent performances from Scottish Athletes across the globe, including Jake Wightman, Neil Gourley, Brodie Young, Megan Keith, Jemma Reekie and the welcome return of Laura Muir.  They also look back at Faith Kipyegon's 4 minute mile attempt and give their opinions on whether this is a target that can be achieved. Finally, the two discuss some of the recent controversy surrounding Grand Slam Track and the payment of athletes.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode, Eilidh and Susan discuss the recent Scottish performances, which include a number of Commonwealth Games standards and injury returns. Athletes such as, Megan Keith, Jemma Reekie, Alisha Rees, Sarah Tait, Sarah Calvert and Eloise Walker.  They also look at the future of the Grand Slam Track series, given the last competition of the series has been cancelled.  Finally Eilidh and Susan give their predictions on whether they believe Faith Kipyegon can be the first female in history, to break the 4 minute barrier in the mile.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at the Scottish Athletes which have kicked off their 2025 season, including Jake Wightman, Jemma Reekie, Alisha Rees, Ben Potrykus and Scout Adkin.  They also look ahead to the third Grand Slam Track event and look at some of the  tweaks and changes that have been made.  Finally they discuss the controversial concept of The Enhanced Games and what that might mean for sport going forward.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this latest episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at Eilish's McColgan's impressive marathon debut in London as well as Sammi Kinghorn's performance, and chat through her mentality towards choosing to race the marathon.  They also look back at the first Grand Slam Track event and give their views on how successful the new Michael Johnson concept went. Other topics this week include, Usain Bolt appearing on Justin Gatlin's podcast and when the other Scots may open up their season given the World Champs are in September.  As always, listen, enjoy and share!  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]

In this episode, Eilidh and Susan look back at that brilliant silver medal winning moment for Neil Gourley at the World Indoor Championships.  They also share feedback from listeners regarding Episode 29 and the use of wave lights at a championships.  Finally they look ahead to this weekend and the new event, Grand Slam Track, created by Michael Johnson, and share their views on what they hope and expect the competition to bring.  *Other topics discussed this week also include, Eilish's McColgan's 10k, the return of Callum Hawkins and Megan Keith, the European Road Running Champs and Beth Potter.  Twitter - @EilidhDoyle @SusanEgelstaff Instagram - @eilidh400h Get in touch: [email protected]