George Ford to Miss England's Japan and New Zealand Tour Due to Achilles Injury

England coach Steve Borthwick confirms Ford's absence, leaving a key decision for the fly-half position.

George Ford will not participate in England's summer tour to recover from an Achilles injury.
Ford has been England's first-choice fly-half, starting all matches in the recent Six Nations.
Marcus Smith and Fin Smith are the top contenders to fill Ford's role during the tour.
The tour includes a match against Japan and two tests against New Zealand's All Blacks.
Ford's absence follows Elliot Daly's decision to stay with his wife during her pregnancy.