The validity of the Hadith 'Whoever fasts will have one reward and whoever breaks their fast will have two rewards'

Q 2: What is the meaning of the Prophet's statement: "Whoever fasts will have one reward and whoever breaks their fast will have two rewards"?

A: The authentic report in this regard is narrated by Muslim in his authentic collection of hadiths on the authority of Anas (may Allah be pleased with him) who said: "We were with the Prophet (peace be upon him) on a journey. Some of us were fasting and some were not. We stopped to rest on a hot day. Those of us who had the most shade were (Part No. 10; Page No. 202) those who had cloaks. Some even took refuge from the sun through their hands. Those who were fasting could not move and those who were not fasting got up and set up tents and gave water to the riding animals. The Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: 'Those who are not fasting have received the reward today.' According to another narration by Muslim on the authority of Anas who said: "The Messenger of Allah (may peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) was on a journey. Some people were fasting and some were not. Those who were not fasting worked hard, but those who were fasting were too weak to do some kinds of work. He then said, 'Those who are not fasting have received the reward today.' The meaning of the two hadiths is clear; adopting the concession of breaking fast during difficult travel in hot weather is better than adopting the strict commandment i.e. observing fast. As to the account you mentioned, we do not know of any basis for it.May Allah grant us success. May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and Companions.