Heatwave prompts equestrian and racing cancellations in Britain

Extreme heat warnings have led to the cancellation of multiple equestrian events and horse racing fixtures across Britain on 24 and 25 June.

British Showjumping and British Dressage have called off all competitions in areas under red extreme heat warnings. The move aims to protect the welfare of horses and participants.

Racing fixtures at Kempton Park, Salisbury, Worcester and Ffos Las were abandoned on 23 June. These meetings are now rescheduled for early next week.

The Army has suspended ceremonial guard changes in London and Windsor through 26 June. A non-ceremonial change of the King’s Life Guard is set for 8am on 24 June.

Timings for races at Nottingham and Newmarket have been moved earlier to avoid peak temperatures. Organisers continue to monitor conditions and adjust plans as needed.

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A photorealistic image of people experiencing extreme heat in a Stockholm cityscape during a heatwave.
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Europe hit by extreme heat reaching Sweden

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A heatwave with record temperatures is ongoing across much of Europe. In Sweden, temperatures up to 30–35 degrees are expected over the weekend.

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, Paris Police Prefecture recommended canceling outdoor sports events due to the ongoing heatwave. Several municipalities have already canceled the popular Fête de la musique planned for Sunday.

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Scorching temperatures forced a suspension of qualifying matches at Wimbledon on Wednesday. The electronic line calling system failed amid a red weather warning, halting play during a match between Dan Evans and Tristan Schoolkate.

Spain's first summer heatwave, which began on June 21, coincides with studies linking high temperatures to increased gender-based and family violence.

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Eight departments in western France have been placed on orange heat alert for Tuesday as part of an unprecedentedly early heatwave.

Britain secured second place in the dressage Nations Cup at Lier, Belgium, during a heatwave that challenged competitors.

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A powerful heat dome is settling over western France, with temperatures frequently exceeding 30 °C and records expected for May.

 

 

 

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