In what started like a rumors few days ago as finally play out as Laura Muir and training partner Jemma Reekie finally part ways with their long-time coach Andy Young.
It all started after a reported 'burst up' in their camp which made Muir and Reekie to unexpectedly cut short their altitude training camp, thereby leaving behind long-term coach Andy Young in South Africa. Although Andy later joined them in Scotland after denied of any burst up.
Under the guidance of Young, Muir, 29, has won Olympic 1500m silver, world 1500m bronze, two European titles and five European Indoor golds while fellow Scot Reekie, 25, finished fourth in the 800m at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
"UK Athletics (UKA) can confirm Laura Muir and Jemma Reekie have made the decision to part ways with their coach Andy Young," a statement said.
"Both athletes would like to thank Andy for his commitment and support over the years.
"They are now focused on making decisions around their support network and coaching set-up for the future and will not be making any further comment. UKA staff are continuing to support the athletes during this time."
Three days ago, after a newspaper reported a 'falling out', Young, who started working with Muir in 2011, told BBC Scotland: "There was no bust-up. I think you would find the girls were worried about my health if you spoke to them.
"Felt I wasn't looking after myself properly, maybe thought pressure was getting to me. I'd say they were reading too much into it."
Muir and Reekie are working towards the World Championships in Budapest in October and the Olympics in Paris next summer.
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