RFL implements hydration breaks during weekend heatwave matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 12:42 PM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The Rugby Football League has announced that all games played this weekend will include two hydration breaks lasting 90 seconds each. These breaks are designed to assist players amid extreme heat, with temperatures expected to reach 30C during the opening Super League match on Thursday. The stoppages will occur around the 20 and 60-minute marks, with the match commissioner or referee determining their necessity based on conditions. Hydration access will be enhanced throughout the games, and additional breaks may be added if weather conditions warrant.
- •Games will feature two hydration breaks of 90 seconds each.
- •Breaks will occur at approximately 20 and 60 minutes.
- •Warrington's game against Catalans kicks off on Thursday.
- •Temperature is forecast to reach 30C during the match.
- •Further drink breaks may be added depending on conditions.
- 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — RFL to implement hydration breaks during heatwave
"The Rugby Football League say games being played this weekend will feature two 90-second hydration breaks "to aid players during the extreme weather".
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