Weekly Digest: From Virat Kohli's coronavirus message to more postponements
4 years, 9 months ago

Weekly Digest: From Virat Kohli's coronavirus message to more postponements

The Hindu  

Sport across the world has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic as tournaments such as the French Open and the Thomas and Uber Cup were postponed. India’s cricket captain Virat Kohli and his actor wife Anushka Sharma on Friday issued a joint appeal for self-isolation to combat the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic, which has left the world in disarray. Even as COVID-19 continues to cripple major sporting events across the world, the cricket boards of Australia, England, South Africa and New Zealand are still amenable to the idea of sending their players to India for the Indian Premier League 2020, should it happen. Cricket Australia may propose the introduction of reserve days for the semifinals of the Men’s T20 World Cup in the ICC Cricket Committee meeting later this year. International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said it would be “premature” to postpone the Tokyo Games amid the coronavirus pandemic, and remained optimistic about holding the Olympics on schedule from July 24 to August 9.

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ICC Twenty20 World Cup 2022 | Wade tests positive for COVID, but likely to play against England
2 years, 2 months ago

ICC Twenty20 World Cup 2022 | Wade tests positive for COVID, but likely to play against England

The Hindu  

Wicketkeeper Matthew Wade on October 27, 2022 became the second Australian player to test positive for COVID-19, a day ahead of the defending champions' crucial T20 World Cup match against England. The 34-year-old, who is the only wicketkeeper in the 15-member squad, is showing mild symptoms but is expected to feature in the match against England at the MCG. The …

T20 World Cup 2022: Matthew Wade 2nd Australian player to test Covid-19 positive, set to face England on Friday
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup 2022: Matthew Wade 2nd Australian player to test Covid-19 positive, set to face England on Friday

India Today  

Australia have been dealt another blow as their wicketkeeper-batter Matthew Wade tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of their big-ticket Super 12 match against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Wade, the only wicketkeeper-batter in the 15-man Australia squad, returned a positive test for Covid-19 on Wednesday evening. However, Matthew Wade is expected to play against England unless his condition deteriorates …

T20 World Cup | ICC to allow COVID-positive players to play
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup | ICC to allow COVID-positive players to play

The Hindu  

The ICC in a major announcement has confirmed that players who test positive for COVID-19 will be permitted to play T20 World Cup matches. Australia, which previously used some of the tightest COVID-19 regulations in the world, will take a much more liberal approach to host the World Cup this year, according to the report. If a player's PCR test …

Australia's Tahlia McGrath allowed to play CWG 2022 gold medal T20 match against India despite being Covid-19 positive
2 years, 5 months ago

Australia's Tahlia McGrath allowed to play CWG 2022 gold medal T20 match against India despite being Covid-19 positive

Hindustan Times  

In a decision that promises to be highly debated, Australia cricketer Tahlia McGrath was allowed to play the Commonwealth Games 2022 gold medal T20 match despite testing positive for Covid-19. "Commonwealth Games Australia can confirm that cricketer Tahlia McGrath has returned a positive test for Covid-19," the statement reads. "CGA clinical staff have consulted with the Commonwealth Games Federation RACEG …

Commonwealth Games: Navjot Kaur tests positive for COVID-19, to fly back home
2 years, 5 months ago

Commonwealth Games: Navjot Kaur tests positive for COVID-19, to fly back home

The Hindu  

India midfielder Navjot Kaur’s campaign at the Commonwealth Games came to an abrupt end as she is set to fly back home after testing positive for COVID-19. She has been cleared to fly back to India by the organisers,” a team source told PTI. Two cricket team members — Pooja Vastrakar and S. Meghana — tested positive for COVID-19 in …

COVID-19 at Wimbledon: 3 top-20 men out after positive tests
2 years, 6 months ago

COVID-19 at Wimbledon: 3 top-20 men out after positive tests

Associated Press  

WIMBLEDON, England — Reigning Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic famously decided not to get vaccinated against COVID-19 — which prevented him from playing at the Australian Open in January following a legal saga that ended with his deportation from that country, and, as things currently stand, will prevent him from entering the United States to compete at the U.S. Open in …

Wimbledon 2022: Roberto Bautista Agut withdraws from tournament after testing positive for COVID-19
2 years, 6 months ago

Wimbledon 2022: Roberto Bautista Agut withdraws from tournament after testing positive for COVID-19

Firstpost  

“Today I have notified @Wimbledon of my withdrawal. Spanish 17th seed Roberto Bautista Agut on Thursday became the third player to withdraw from this year’s Wimbledon with Covid-19 in a fresh blow for the tournament, which has returned to full capacity this year. “At the end of the day if you have got a bit of a cold, you play …

Roberto Bautista Agut becomes latest player to withdraw from Wimbledon with Covid
2 years, 6 months ago

Roberto Bautista Agut becomes latest player to withdraw from Wimbledon with Covid

The Independent  

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Women's World Cup 2022: ICC CEO banks on players being sensible and responsible amid COVID-19 threat
2 years, 10 months ago

Women's World Cup 2022: ICC CEO banks on players being sensible and responsible amid COVID-19 threat

Firstpost  

The women’s ODI World Cup begins 4 March across six different venues in New Zealand. Dubai: Hopeful of a COVID-free women’s World Cup but prepared for any eventuality nonetheless, International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice on Monday said that the governing body would bank heavily on players being “sensible” to ensure that the tournament passes off smoothly. “I think one …

Women's World Cup: ICC expects players to be 'sensible' to negate COVID threat
2 years, 10 months ago

Women's World Cup: ICC expects players to be 'sensible' to negate COVID threat

The Hindu  

Hopeful of a COVID-free women's World Cup but prepared for any eventuality nonetheless, International Cricket Council CEO Geoff Allardice on Monday said that the governing body would bank heavily on players being "sensible" to ensure that the tournament passes off smoothly. The women's ODI World Cup begins March 4 across six different venues in New Zealand. "I think one of …

Australian Open 2022: Organisers under pressure over 'optional' Covid tests
2 years, 11 months ago

Australian Open 2022: Organisers under pressure over 'optional' Covid tests

Firstpost  

Tennis Australia, which organises the Australian Open, says players only need to test if they have Covid symptoms. Melbourne: The Australian Open was under growing pressure Thursday to make Covid tests mandatory after leading players openly questioned the seemingly lax policy and the Grand Slam got its first positive case. Men’s third seed Alexander Zverev said in response that players …

Tomic's COVID-19 prediction comes true as he tests positive
2 years, 11 months ago

Tomic's COVID-19 prediction comes true as he tests positive

The Hindu  

Bernard Tomic, who felt he was suffering from COVID-19 symptoms during his Australian Open qualifying loss on Tuesday, said he had indeed tested positive for the virus on Thursday. The 29-year-old Australian told the chair umpire during the match against Russia's Roman Safiullin that he would test positive "in two days" and that proved to be accurate. Tomic was backed …

Coronavirus disrupts sports: Full list of matches postponed and players affected due to Omicron variant
3 years ago

Coronavirus disrupts sports: Full list of matches postponed and players affected due to Omicron variant

India TV News  

Secured bio-bubbles, stringent measures all stand soiled when Covid-19 creeps in with its raging effects. Ranji Trophy 2021-22 While BCCI's white-ball domestic events- Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and Vijay Hazare Trophy sailed smoothly, things didn't go the merry way for the red-ball domestic tournament. In the wake of the same, the governing body of cricket in India- BCCI took the …

Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks hit Australian domestic cricket leagues
3 years ago

Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks hit Australian domestic cricket leagues

Firstpost  

Melbourne: Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks inside bio-bubbles threw Australian domestic leagues haywire on Tuesday as cricket administrators grappled to keep schedules on track while players complained of anxiety. Two matches of the Women’s National Cricket League involving Western Australia were postponed till March due to border closures after a spike in COVID-19 cases. According to media reports, anxiety is high among …

Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks hit Australian domestic leagues
3 years ago

Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks hit Australian domestic leagues

The Hindu  

Multiple COVID-19 outbreaks inside bio-bubbles on Tuesday hit the Australian domestic league hard as cricket in the country continued to grapple with the virus while several top players cope with anxiety. Two matches of the Women's National Cricket League involving Western Australia were postponed till March due to border closures after a spike in COVID-19 cases. Anxiety is running high …

Shapovalov tests positve for COVID-19 on arrival for ATP Cup
3 years ago

Shapovalov tests positve for COVID-19 on arrival for ATP Cup

The Hindu  

Canada's Denis Shapovalov has announced he has tested positive for COVID-19 after arriving in Sydney for the ATP Cup. Shapovalov played last week at the World Tennis Championship exhibition event in Abu Dhabi, where he beat Rafael Nadal in the third-place playoff match. Nadal also tested positive for the coronavirus after playing at the tournament as did Tokyo Olympic gold …

COVID plays havoc with world sport as infection rate surges
3 years ago

COVID plays havoc with world sport as infection rate surges

The Hindu  

World sport was again hit by COVID-19 infections on Thursday with football and rugby matches called off, a cricket series cancelled and holiday action in North America under threat. Manchester United’s home match against Brighton & Hove Albion became the fifth Premier League game postponed since Sunday but league officials intend to continue with the fixture schedule where safely possible …

Three West Indies cricketers in Pakistan hit by virus
3 years ago

Three West Indies cricketers in Pakistan hit by virus

The Hindu  

Three West Indies cricketers have tested positive for the coronavirus and will miss the limited-overs series in Pakistan starting next week. Cricket West Indies said on Saturday left-arm fast bowler Sheldon Cottrell and allrounders Roston Chase and Kyle Mayers tested positive in Karachi and are self-isolating for 10 days. “This unusual loss of three players from our squad will seriously …

Women's Asian Champions Trophy: India's campaign ends after player tests positive for COVID-19
3 years, 1 month ago

Women's Asian Champions Trophy: India's campaign ends after player tests positive for COVID-19

Firstpost  

“With the health and safety of the players being paramount, the Indian Women’s Hockey Team’s match against China on 9th December will not take place,” Hockey India had tweeted on Wednesday. The Indian women’s hockey team was on Thursday forced out of the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy after one of their players tested positive for COVID-19, joining Malaysia who were …

Australian Open leaves $71 million hole in Tennis Australia accounts
3 years, 1 month ago

Australian Open leaves $71 million hole in Tennis Australia accounts

The Hindu  

Tennis Australia sustained a net loss of more than A$100 million in the 15 months around this year's delayed and COVID-19 affected Australian Open, the body's 2020-21 annual report showed. The accounts showed Tennis Australia recorded a net loss of A$100.02 million from July 30, 2020 to September 30 this year. READ: Tennis Australia's cash reserves of A$80 million were …

Fenesta Open 2021: Pandemic results in strict COVID protocols, reduced attendance
3 years, 2 months ago

Fenesta Open 2021: Pandemic results in strict COVID protocols, reduced attendance

Firstpost  

The DLTA Complex in the capital wears a deserted look for the late stages of the Fenesta Open. It is an unusual look for the national tennis tournament, which is used to drawing plenty of aficionados, including the juniors, for the best players in the country. Line judges don’t come in until the quarter-final stage of the tournament, won eventually …

Unvaccinated Players Allowed into Country for Australia Open: Prime Minister Scott Morrison
3 years, 2 months ago

Unvaccinated Players Allowed into Country for Australia Open: Prime Minister Scott Morrison

News 18  

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Wednesday said unvaccinated tennis players would be allowed to enter the country to play at the Australian Open in February if they underwent a mandatory two-week COVID-19 quarantine. Morrison’s comments contradicted those of his immigration minister Alex Hawke, who said last week that tennis players and other athletes would have to be double vaccinated …

Australian Open warm-up event cancelled again over coronavirus uncertainty
3 years, 2 months ago

Australian Open warm-up event cancelled again over coronavirus uncertainty

Firstpost  

Kooyong president Adam Cossar said he was disappointed the event could not take place in January 2022 but hopes it will return in 2023. Melbourne: A major warm-up tournament for the Australian Open was cancelled on Tuesday, with organisers blaming uncertainty over Covid-19 rules players will face in Melbourne. Such a requirement would cast doubt on nine-time Australian Open champion …

Kooyong Classic event cancelled again over virus
3 years, 2 months ago

Kooyong Classic event cancelled again over virus

The Hindu  

A major warm-up tournament for the Australian Open was cancelled on Tuesday, with organisers blaming uncertainty over Covid-19 rules players will face in Melbourne. Players are still awaiting clarification on whether they need to be fully vaccinated to participate at the Australian Open, also in Melbourne, and other tennis tournaments in the country. Such a requirement would cast doubt on …

Unvaccinated players welcome at Australian Open, suggests leaked WTA email
3 years, 2 months ago

Unvaccinated players welcome at Australian Open, suggests leaked WTA email

Firstpost  

The email to players from the women’s governing body was leaked and contradicts officials earlier statements implying unvaccinated players would not be granted visas. Melbourne: Unvaccinated players will be allowed to compete at the Australian Open but must do 14 days in quarantine, according to a leaked WTA email Monday, although a government official insisted the matter was “not settled”. …

Vaccination policy for Australian Open tennis stars 'not yet settled', despite what leaked email says
3 years, 2 months ago

Vaccination policy for Australian Open tennis stars 'not yet settled', despite what leaked email says

ABC  

Victorian Major Events Minister Martin Pakula says the vaccination requirements for tennis players this summer are "not settled yet" despite a leaked email suggesting unvaccinated players would be allowed to enter. Key points: The WTA asked players to keep information in an email private 'until the government makes an official announcement' Victoria's major events minister Martin Pakula said the Victorian …

Get vaccinated if you want to play Australian Open, minister tells players
3 years, 2 months ago

Get vaccinated if you want to play Australian Open, minister tells players

The Hindu  

Tennis players planning to compete in the Australian Open at Melbourne Park should get vaccinated for COVID-19 to give themselves the best chance of playing the Grand Slam, an Australian government official has said. "If I was an ATP or WTA player, I'd be getting vaccinated," Pakula told local radio station SEN. "That will give them the best opportunity to …

The whole country is open: Ravi Shastri on book launch causing COVID-19 criticism
3 years, 3 months ago

The whole country is open: Ravi Shastri on book launch causing COVID-19 criticism

India TV News  

sm of the launch event of his book 'Star Gazing: The Players in My Life' in London on September 1 which resulted in multiple members of the team's support staff testing positive for the COVID-19 virus. Shastri himself was the first to test positive for the virus, followed by bowling coach Bharat Arun and fielding coach R Sridhar too testing …

Vaccinated players will enjoy more freedom than those without Covid jab at Australian Open
3 years, 4 months ago

Vaccinated players will enjoy more freedom than those without Covid jab at Australian Open

Daily Mail  

The Australian Open has confirmed that vaccinated tennis players will enjoy more freedom than their unvaccinated peer group when the next Grand Slam happens early next year. The Australian Open will take place in January rather than February as it did this year Craig Tiley, the tournament director, told the Controllable The Controllables podcast that while all the plans are …

US Open 2021: Fans must show proof of at least one dose of Covid-19 vaccination to attend matches
3 years, 4 months ago

US Open 2021: Fans must show proof of at least one dose of Covid-19 vaccination to attend matches

India Today  

Spectators must show proof of receiving at least one does of the Covid-19 vaccine to attend 2021 US Open matches, said the United States Tennis Association in a rule change made less than 72 hours before the start of the final Grand Slam of the year. The USTA announced Friday that the New York City mayor's office decided to require …

Resumption of domestic badminton season in India derailed again due to COVID-19
3 years, 5 months ago

Resumption of domestic badminton season in India derailed again due to COVID-19

Firstpost  

The first senior tournament was scheduled to be held from 27 August to 3 September, while the second event was supposed to be staged from 4 to 11 September and would have marked the resumption of the domestic season after a gap of more than one-and-a-half years. New Delhi: The COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on the domestic …

Domestic badminton season resumption once again derailed by COVID-19 pandemic
3 years, 5 months ago

Domestic badminton season resumption once again derailed by COVID-19 pandemic

The Hindu  

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on the domestic season with the Badminton Association of India forced to postpone this month's senior ranking tournaments in Bangalore after local authorities denied permission to host the events. "Unfortunately the tournaments had to be postponed till further notice as the Bangalore government didn't give permission to host the event due to …

Dutch tennis player tests positive for COVID, organizers announce 16 new cases at Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Dutch tennis player tests positive for COVID, organizers announce 16 new cases at Tokyo Olympics

India TV News  

Dutch tennis player Jean-Julien Rojer was forced to withdraw from the Olympics after testing positive for COVID-19 even as the organisers announced 16 new infections at the ongoing Games here on Monday. Rojer and his doubles partner Wesley Koolhof, who were scheduled to play Marcus Daniell and Michael Venus of New Zealand, pulled out of their second-round match on Monday …

Two Athletes Test Positive for Covid-19 in Olympic Village: Officials
3 years, 5 months ago

Two Athletes Test Positive for Covid-19 in Olympic Village: Officials

News 18  

Two athletes have tested positive for the coronavirus in the Tokyo Olympic Village after a team colleague was also infected, officials said on Sunday, raising fears of a cluster just days before the opening ceremony. The Olympic Village, a complex of apartments and dining areas in Tokyo, will house 6,700 athletes and officials at its peak when the delayed 2020 …

Table Tennis Federation of India Announces Financial Assistance for Covid-hit Players and Coaches
3 years, 7 months ago

Table Tennis Federation of India Announces Financial Assistance for Covid-hit Players and Coaches

News 18  

The Table Tennis Federation of India on Friday announced financial assistance to past and present India players and coaches who have been hit by COVID-19. Rs 1 lakh will be provided to someone who is on oxygen support, Rs 2 lakh for seriously ill and Rs 3 lakh to the family in case of death,” MP Singh, former secretary and …

Indian Premier League suspended after more COVID-19 cases
3 years, 8 months ago

Indian Premier League suspended after more COVID-19 cases

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — The Indian Premier League, cricket’s richest and most glitzy competition, was suspended indefinitely after players or staff at three teams tested positive for the coronavirus on Tuesday amid a surge in nationwide infections. We have tried to bring in some positivity and cheer, however, it is imperative that the tournament is now suspended and everyone goes back …

IPL suspended as many players test positive for COVID-19
3 years, 8 months ago

IPL suspended as many players test positive for COVID-19

Op India  

The Indian Premier League, the glitzy and glamourous cricket tournament has been suspended indefinitely after a Sun Risers Hyderabad player tested positive for COVID-19 ahead of their match against the Mumbai Indians in Delhi. The rising numbers of COVID-19 positive players in the IPL “Bio Bubble” have led to the tournament being suspended indefinitely, mid-way through the season. IPL suspended …

Indian Premier League Twenty20 cricket tournament suspended indefinitely due to coronavirus crisis
3 years, 8 months ago

Indian Premier League Twenty20 cricket tournament suspended indefinitely due to coronavirus crisis

ABC  

The Indian Premier League Twenty20 cricket tournament has been indefinitely suspended following the COVID-19 crisis in the country, IPL chairman Brijesh Patel says. Key points: The IPL chairman said he could not say when the tournament would be rescheduled India's coronavirus tally hit 20 million cases on Tuesday The Board of Control for Cricket in India will "do everything in …

Indian Olympic-bound hockey teams receive first dose of COVID-19 vaccine
3 years, 8 months ago

Indian Olympic-bound hockey teams receive first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

The Hindu  

The seasoned P. R. Sreejesh led the way as the Olympic-bound Indian hockey teams on Thursday received their first dose of coronavirus vaccines in Bengaluru. "I got my first COVID-19 vaccine shot," Sreejesh, the experienced men's team goalkeeper who has also led the side in the past, tweeted. Recently, seven members of the Indian women's hockey team, including captain Rani …

Daily Coronavirus Tests for Athletes at Tokyo Olympics: Organisers
3 years, 8 months ago

Daily Coronavirus Tests for Athletes at Tokyo Olympics: Organisers

News 18  

Athletes and their close contacts will have daily coronavirus tests at this summer’s Tokyo Olympics, organisers said Wednesday, up from a previous plan for tests every four days. “In principle, athletes and all those in close proximity with athletes will be tested daily to minimise the risk of undetected positive cases,” Tokyo 2020 said in a statement. In principle, athletes …

Novak Djokovic hopes Covid-19 vaccine will not be made compulsory for players
3 years, 8 months ago

Novak Djokovic hopes Covid-19 vaccine will not be made compulsory for players

CNN  

CNN — World No. 1 Novak Djokovic says he hopes Covid-19 vaccines will not be mandatory for tennis players on tour. Speaking to reporters during this week’s Serbia Open, the 33-year-old insisted he wouldn’t reveal whether he gets a vaccine in the future and hoped receiving a jab would not be made compulsory by the sport’s governing bodies. READ: Djokovic’s …

Australia stars could now miss inaugural Hundred competition due to clash with Bangladesh tour
3 years, 8 months ago

Australia stars could now miss inaugural Hundred competition due to clash with Bangladesh tour

Daily Mail  

Australia’s leading players could be ruled out of this summer’s Hundred due to a clash with a Twenty20 tour of Bangladesh. In what would be a blow for the ECB’s inaugural 100-ball-a-side competition, the availability of Aaron Finch, David Warner, Glenn Maxwell, Jhye Richardson and Adam Zampa amongst others appears to be in jeopardy after Cricket Australia agreed to travel …

French Open postponed to May 30 amid COVID-19 crisis
3 years, 9 months ago

French Open postponed to May 30 amid COVID-19 crisis

The Hindu  

The French Open tennis tournament will be delayed by one week because of the coronavirus pandemic, organisers said on Thursday. The French tennis federation said the decision was taken in order to maximize chances the event will be played “in front of as many spectators as possible" in a safe environment. WATCH - Ash Barty pockets second consecutive Miami title …

BAI postpones all domestic tournaments as India reels under second wave of COVID-19 cases
3 years, 9 months ago

BAI postpones all domestic tournaments as India reels under second wave of COVID-19 cases

Firstpost  

In its communications to all affiliated state units, BAI secretary Ajay Kumar Singhania wrote that the prevailing situation has forced them to take such a step. New Delhi: The Badminton Association of India on Monday decided to postpone all domestic tournaments scheduled for April and May, keeping in mind the exponential rise in coronavirus cases in the country. Worried at …

BAI postpones domestic badminton tournaments in wake of rising COVID-19 cases
3 years, 9 months ago

BAI postpones domestic badminton tournaments in wake of rising COVID-19 cases

Hindustan Times  

The Badminton Association of India on Monday decided to postpone all domestic tournaments scheduled for April and May, keeping in mind the exponential rise in coronavirus cases in the country. Worried at the trend, the BAI advised all the stakeholders to postpone the events, starting with this month's senior ranking tournament scheduled in Bengaluru from April 18-25. In its communications …

ATP updates protocols to add incentives for taking COVID-19 vaccine
3 years, 9 months ago

ATP updates protocols to add incentives for taking COVID-19 vaccine

The Hindu  

Tennis players who have completed COVID-19 vaccination would no longer be considered as close contacts of anyone testing positive for the virus, according to new protocols put in place for tournaments by the men's governing body ATP. Both the ATP and the women's WTA said it recommended players accept vaccine shots when available after some at the Miami Open this …

WTA to 'educate' players over Covid vaccine after big names voiced their concerns
3 years, 9 months ago

WTA to 'educate' players over Covid vaccine after big names voiced their concerns

Daily Mail  

The world's leading tennis players will be urged to take a Covid vaccine by their governing body - despite many having misgivings about receiving one. Elina Svitolina and Aryna Sabalenka voiced their concerns at this week's Miami Open Some of the men also have concerns about taking the vaccine, notably Novak Djokovic. At this week's Miami Open top 10 players …

Virat Kohli on cricket scheduling during Covid-19 era: Playing in bio-bubbles for so long going to be difficult
3 years, 9 months ago

Virat Kohli on cricket scheduling during Covid-19 era: Playing in bio-bubbles for so long going to be difficult

India Today  

India captain Virat Kohli raised his concerns regarding the scheduling of the matches while pointing out that the cricketers are finding it difficult to adapt after months of bio-secure "bubble" life during the coronavirus pandemic. Kohli's comments come as cricketers are ready to join their respective franchises for the IPL bubble, with the eight-team T20 tournament to be played from …

Tennis: Wimbledon expects reduced attendance for 2021 tournament
3 years, 9 months ago

Tennis: Wimbledon expects reduced attendance for 2021 tournament

The Hindu  

Wimbledon organizers are working on the basis of having a reduced number of spectators for this year’s tournament because of coronavirus restrictions. The All England Lawn Tennis Club said Thursday it was remaining “flexible” as it reacts to changing circumstances amid the pandemic as the British government follows a roadmap out of lockdown. “We want to ensure that we can …

Indian Contingent Cleared to Take Part in All England After Three Shuttlers Test Negative in Retests
3 years, 9 months ago

Indian Contingent Cleared to Take Part in All England After Three Shuttlers Test Negative in Retests

News 18  

The Indian badminton contingent has been cleared to participate in the All England Championships after the players, who had tested positive for COVID-19, returned negative in retests conducted by the governing body on Wednesday. In an email to team managers on Wednesday, the Badminton World Federation and Badminton England also informed that “following further investigations and testing, all team members …

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