Coronavirus updates, March 28: Football will mean more after virus, says Lennon

The COVID-19 pandemic has killed more than 26,447 people and spread across 199 countries. We provide you the live updates of how it has hit global sport.

Updated : Apr 05, 2020 22:18 IST

Celtic boss Neil Lennon.
Celtic boss Neil Lennon.
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Celtic boss Neil Lennon.

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has spread fear worldwide, taking the lives of around 26,447 people, and spreading across 199 countries.

The biggest news for the world of sport is the postponement of the Tokyo Olympics from 2020 to the summer of 2021. Several other tournaments, including the Euro 2020, Champions League and Europa League summit clashes have also been postponed.

Cancellations or suspensions have impacted Formula One, the Premier League, French Open, IPL, La Liga, BWF Tour, World Test Championship, PSL and several Formula One races among others.

Here are the updates from around the world as they happen:

 

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