# Skeleton athlete Matt Weston takes on climate activism

Matt Weston, a world champion skeleton racer, has spoken out about joining climate action efforts, describing himself and fellow athletes as "dirtbags" who are making a positive impact. The athlete uses his platform to highlight environmental concerns, showing how sports figures can drive awareness and change beyond their competition.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/jul/20/skeleton-ace-matt-weston-slides-into-climate-action-were-dirtbags-making-a-difference) — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:53 GMT