Athletes at a UN climate summit highlighted how rising global temperatures are altering sports, making conditions unsafe and widening socioeconomic disparities.Dorany Pineda and Michael Phillis report for The Associated Press.In short:Indian triathlete Pragnya Mohan said rising temperatures have made training in her home country impossible, forcing her to relocate.Athletes and clubs are advocating for climate action, though experts say systemic changes face resistance from governing bodies.Climate-related challenges such as heat and extreme weather are increasing costs for athletes and pushing some sports to adapt or relocate events.Key quote:“In the future, if climate change is not addressed and is not thoughtfully handled, triathlons can cease to exist.”— Leslie Mabon, environmental systems lecturerWhy this matters:Sports reflect the broader societal impacts of climate change, from economic divides to health risks. Athlete advocacy could spur greater public awareness, but systemic resistance remains a hurdle.Read more:
Athletes warn climate change is reshaping sports
