On Tuesday, the NHL announced that as part of its restart plans, the playoffs will see all the Eastern Conference and Western Conference games split across two yet-to-be-determined cities. The decision to play in specific hubs has been taken to minimize travel and ensure players can be as isolated as possible. While the NBA is yet to finalize return plans, it is expected to follow the NHL's example and play the entire postseason at the Walt Disney World resort in Orlando, Florida. … [Read more...] about Texas Coronavirus Cases Hit Single-Day High As Gov. Greg Abbott Says Fans Can Attend Outdoor Sporting Events
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‘The cries for peace will rain down’ — Colin Kaepernick among sporting figures to pay tribute to George Floyd
"We will work tirelessly to use our voices to influence change, encourage healing, and promote thoughtful action as we move forward," it wrote. … [Read more...] about ‘The cries for peace will rain down’ — Colin Kaepernick among sporting figures to pay tribute to George Floyd
Coronavirus in sport: British and Australian MotoGP’s cancelled
"We're extremely disappointed about the cancellation of the British MotoGP event, not least as the cancelled race in 2018 is still such a recent memory, but we support the decision that has had to be taken at this exceptional time," said Silverstone Managing Director Stuart Pringle. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus in sport: British and Australian MotoGP’s cancelled
Texas to Allow Some Fans at Outdoor Sporting Events
The state has set up several guidelines, including a recommendation that spectators and employees keep at least 6 feet (2 meters) apart from anyone not from their household. If that is not feasible, other measures such as face coverings and sanitation protocols should be followed. … [Read more...] about Texas to Allow Some Fans at Outdoor Sporting Events
Roger Federer ahead of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo at top of sport’s annual rich list
Coronavirus: Latest sports updatesTennis and the state of playQUIZ! How well do you know king Roger Federer?"The coronavirus pandemic triggered salary cuts for soccer stars Messi and Ronaldo, clearing the way for a tennis player to rank as the world's highest-paid athlete for the first time," said Kurt Badenhausen, senior editor at Forbes. … [Read more...] about Roger Federer ahead of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo at top of sport’s annual rich list
