Kenyan runners run solo half marathons to compete in virtual race
With the coronavirus pandemic cancelling races the world over, a group of 30 elite Kenyan runners spread across the country ran half marathons all by themselves in a virtual race.
Team Europe captain Harrington shoots down idea of Ryder Cup without fans
This year’s Ryder Cup should not be held if fans are unable to attend the event due to the coronavirus pandemic, Team Europe captain Padraig Harrington said on Wednesday.
Athletics: Italian Olympic 800 metres finalist Sabia dies from COVID-19
Twice Olympic 800 metres finalist Donato Sabia has died from COVID-19 at the age of 56, the Italian Olympic Committee (CONI) said on Wednesday.
Golf: Fleetwood’s caddy raises funds for fellow bagmen
Tommy Fleetwood’s caddy Ian Finnis has raised 10,000 pounds ($12,306) to help his fellow European Tour bagmen whose earnings have taken a hit due to golf’s suspension amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fear of the unknown: Locked-down athletes face mental health challenge
When Olympic swimming champion Kyle Chalmers completed what he knew would be his final training session before the coronavirus shutdown, his overwhelming feelings were of sadness and the fear of what was to come.
Sport: On this day: Born April 9, 1957: Seve Ballesteros, Spanish golfer
Renowned for audacious shot making, and an infectious smile twinned with a fierce competitive edge, Seve Ballesteros revolutionised golf in Europe and remains one of the most captivating figures in the game even nine years since passing away.
Serena’s coach says ‘revolting’ that players can’t make a living
Serena Williams’ coach Patrick Mouratoglou has called on tennis governing bodies to come together and devise a way of helping lower level professionals struggling financially due to the coronavirus shutdown.
Yelich: 50-50 chance MLB is played in 2020
While Major League Baseball and the players union are exploring various avenues for starting the delayed season, at least one superstar isn’t convinced the season will be held at all.
Tiger hosts Masters Champions Dinner ‘quarantine style’
Tiger Woods wasn’t going to let the postponement of The Masters prevent him from hosting his own version of the traditional Champions Dinner.
Garnett on Wolves owner: ‘I don’t do business with snakes’
Kevin Garnett still carries hard feelings toward Minnesota Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor after an acrimonious split in 2016.
