Professional Bull Riding to bring fans back to the stands in July
Professional Bull Riding (PBR) will swing open its gates this summer, offering what it claims will be the first live pro sporting event in the U.S. with fans in attendance since the COVID-19 outbreak.
California, New York open door for sports return
California governor Gavin Newsom cleared a path for the potential return of professional sport in the state, saying on Monday that an early June restart was possible under strict guidelines, including no fans.
Le Mans 24 Hours must happen, says WEC boss
A cast of top drivers will race in a virtual 24 Hours of Le Mans in June but the postponed real-life version must also happen this year, even if without spectators, World Endurance Championship (WEC) boss Gerard Neveu said on Monday.
USGA eliminates qualifying for U.S. Open, citing health concerns
The U.S. Open will be held without qualifying this year, the United States Golf Association announced on Monday, with the field “filled entirely through exemptions.”
Empty stands no issue with NASCAR fans
There was no one in the grandstands watching at Darlington Raceway but millions flocked to their televisions on Sunday to see the first live NASCAR race since the novel coronavirus outbreak shuttered North American sport two months ago.
Pro sports events in California could begin sans fans June 1: governor
California could allow pro sporting events to take place without fans present as soon as June 1, Governor Gavin Newsom said on Monday.
NASCAR official: Return ‘smoother than expected’
Kevin Harvick rolled to his 50th career NASCAR Cup Series win and Darlington Raceway provided a victorious backdrop on Sunday afternoon in South Carolina.
Immunodeficient Nance concerned about COVID-19 risk
Larry Nance Jr. wants to play basketball. If only an accurate measure of his personal risk could help guide his decision as to when it will be safe to return during the coronavirus pandemic.
Colts expect QB Rivers to play more than one season
No retirement surprises the Indianapolis Colts, but head coach Frank Reich seems certain new starting quarterback Philip Rivers is good for at least two more years.
Report: NHL plotting two playoffs hubs, 12 teams each
The NHL Board of Governors is scheduled to hold a conference call at 3 p.m. ET on Monday, and the prevailing preference appears to be using two hub cities with 12 teams apiece for the 2020 playoffs.
