‘It’s like playing on concrete’: drought leaves sports pitches across England unplayable

The severe drought across England has rendered sports pitches unplayable, leading to the postponement of rugby and football matches. This dry weather is particularly impacting grassroots and amateur sports, where fewer resources are available to cope with the conditions. The situation underscores the broader implications of climate change on everyday activities and highlights the vulnerability of local sports infrastructure to environmental challenges. For more details, check out the full article on FT's website.