Leeds striker Patrick Bamford says Marcus Rashford's off-field activism has inspired him to do more in the battle against climate change and to promote sustainability. Bamford was helping to launch Sky Sports' Summer of Sustainability, which will highlight the impact of climate change at some of the UK's highest-profile sporting events and encourage its audience to take their own positive climate steps. Image: Bamford praised the influence of Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford"And I think that's kind of pushed me or kind of given me the impetus to do more and show that I can make a change as well. Bamford explained why he believes athletes should be motivated to encourage sports fans to take "little steps" to protect the environment. Follow Sky Sports News on Wednesday as we bring you stories of positive climate action among sportspeople, clubs and organisations in the UK.

Source: Sky sports July 14, 2021 13:07 UTC