Second Utah Jazz player tests positive for coronavirus
A second player for the NBA’s Utah Jazz tested positive for COVID-19, the team confirmed on Thursday, a day after the league said it was suspending the season until further notice amid the global coronavirus outbreak.
Horse racing: Women jockeys shining – when given the chance
In 1972, Meriel Tufnell became the first female rider in Britain to win an official horse race. It was also the first time female jockeys were allowed to race against men.
Factbox: Global sports events hit by coronavirus pandemic
Here is a list of sports events around the world which have been hit by the coronavirus outbreak:
Golf: PGA Tour bans spectators from tournaments over coronavirus concerns
The PGA Tour on Thursday banned spectators from attending tournaments through April 5, starting with Friday’s second round of the Players Championship, because of concerns over the coronavirus outbreak.
Trump says Tokyo 2020 Olympics delay better than empty seats
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday officials should consider delaying the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games for one year amid the coronavirus pandemic, saying the summer event would not be the same without spectators.
Motor racing: Australian GP to be called off after coronavirus tests – reports
Formula One’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix is set to be called off due to the coronavirus outbreak, multiple reports said on Friday.
Men’s tennis, NBA basketball, La Liga soccer: coronavirus shreds sports calendar
The global sporting calendar has been shredded by the coronavirus pandemic, with men’s tennis shut down for six weeks, top European soccer leagues on hold and the NBA having announced a suspension until further notice.
Golf:PGA Tour bans spectators from tournaments over coronavirus concerns
The PGA Tour on Thursday banned spectators from attending tournaments through April 5, starting with Friday’s second round of the Players Championship, because of concerns over the coronavirus outbreak.
ATP suspends men’s tennis tour for six weeks over coronavirus
The ATP suspended its professional men’s tennis tour for six weeks on Thursday, citing concerns over the coronavirus outbreak, which has upended major sporting events across the globe.
Trump suggests one-year delay for Tokyo 2020 Olympics
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday said officials should consider delaying the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games for one year amid the global coronavirus outbreak, saying the event would not be the same without spectators.
