Coronavirus and Sports,..The Effects.

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Saints' Sean Payton says he tested positive for coronavirus
Payton, 56, is the first person in the NFL world known to test positive for the virus. Payton said he didn't feel well this past Sunday, took the test on Monday, and received the results Thursday afternoon. Payton is resting at home, fatigued, but said he is part of the 20 percent of the cases that has no fever and no cough. But now he will self-quarantine in his home through the weekend, and he said he is upbeat and optimistic about a full recovery.
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Celts' Marcus Smart, two Lakers players latest to test positive for coronavirus

Members of Philadelphia 76ers and Denver Nuggets test positive for virus

The NBA remains uncertain when it will return to action. Silver, in an interview with ESPN's Rachel Nichols on SportsCenter on Wednesday night, said he isn't ready to contemplate the possibility of the remainder of the season being canceled.

The Utah Jazz were the first team to have players and staff members tested last Wednesday, when All-Star center Rudy Gobert became the first NBA player to test positive for the virus. Fellow teammate and All-Star Donovan Mitchell later tested positive after team's entire traveling party was tested.

 

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Sources: NBA directs teams to close practice facilities

The NBA sent out a memo Thursday afternoon stating that, starting Friday, all 30 NBA teams must close their practice and training facilities to players and staff until further notice,

Big3 planning reality-TV-style tournament -- under quarantine

Kwatinetz and Big3 co-founder Ice Cube have been negotiating with a high-profile television partner to air the show.

 

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MLB calls off Padres-Diamondbacks in Mexico City, Mets-Marlins in San Juan

MLB says minor leaguers will be paid through April 8

 

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NBA braces for delayed '20 draft, reduced pre-draft process
The NCAA currently has a hard deadline of June 3 by which underclassmen will need to withdraw their names from draft consideration in order to remain eligible for college basketball the following season. That date might be subject to change if the draft is pushed back.The pre-draft process usually involves a substantial amount of commercial travel for both NBA executives and prospects. This year, according to sources, that might be limited by the risks associated with COVID-19,
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French Open postponement shakes up the status quo in tennis
The FFT announced that because of the coronavirus, the tournament scheduled to start in its traditional late-May time slot -- will be played from Sept. 20 to Oct. 4.

French Open postponed because of coronavirus, will be played Sept. 20 to Oct. 4
The French Tennis Federation said Tuesday it will hold its 15-day, clay-court event at Roland Garros in Paris from Sept. 20 to Oct. 4, instead of May 24 to June 7, "to ensure the health and safety of everyone involved in organizing the tournament."
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NASCAR vows to reschedule 7 Cup Series races
NASCAR has already postponed its season until May 9 at Martinsville Speedway in Virginia. IndyCar suspended its start to the season through the end of April last week, while Formula One has postponed or canceled several events, including last weekend's opener in Australia.

With NASCAR season postponed, drivers to compete in esports series
NASCAR and iRacing on Tuesday announced the Pro Invitational Series, an exhibition esports series that will pit drivers from the Cup, Xfinity and Truck series, as well as a group of NASCAR dignitaries, in what is being billed as a "simulation-style showcase."
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Your stupid thread does NOTHING to help anyone dealing with this pandemic. It's selfish and thoughtless, and you ought to be ashamed of yourself.

 

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Liga MX president Enrique Bonilla tests positive for coronavirus

Liga MX games went ahead as normal March 13 in front of fans, but the league announced Saturday that the remaining games would be behind closed doors, with the league finally confirming on Sunday that all play would be suspended because of the coronavirus pandemic.

 

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But then, you're just a cupcakeer, so it makes sense that you have no sense of decency.

 

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NBA to pay players full salaries due April 1; uncertain after

 

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Yup, just a cupcakeer with no sense of decency at all. Selfish and irresponsible.

 

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Coronaviruses (CoV)

What happens when you get the coronavirus disease?
People with COVID-19 generally develop signs and symptoms, including mild respiratory symptoms and fever, on an average of 5-6 days after infection (mean incubation period 5-6 days, range 1-14 days). Most people infected with COVID-19 virus have mild disease and recover.

What is the treatment for the coronavirus disease?
There is no specific treatment for disease caused by a novel coronavirus. However, many of the symptoms can be treated and therefore treatment based on the patient's clinical condition.

What is the recovery time for the coronavirus disease?
Using available preliminary data, the median time from onset to clinical recovery for mild cases is approximately 2 weeks and is 3-6 weeks for patients with severe or critical disease.

Is diarrhea a symptom of the coronavirus disease?
The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are fever, tiredness, and dry cough. Some patients may have aches and pains, nasal congestion, runny nose, sore throat or diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and begin gradually. Some people become infected but don't develop any symptoms and don't feel unwell.

What are the types of coronavirus?
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are common in people and many different species of animals, including camels, cattle, cats, and bats. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can infect people and then spread between people

 

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You are a horrible person. Selfish and irresponsible.

We're in the middle of a pandemic, and all you do is think of yourself.

Probably one of those cupcakeers that cleans out every store you can get into, leaving nothing for the people who really need it.

 

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IIHF cancels world hockey championships over pandemic
"The coronavirus is a global problem and requires major efforts by government bodies to combat its spread. The IIHF must do all it can to support this fight. We have to set sport aside for now and support both the government bodies and the ice hockey family."

USA Track & Field joins swimming in push for Games delay
Responding to the USA Swimming letter, USOPC CEO Sarah Hirshland and USOPC chair Susanne Lyons said they are following the International Olympic Committee's position that it is too soon to make a final call on the Games, whose opening ceremonies are scheduled for July 24.
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Fuck you Wilson, You're a selfish cunt and only think of your tiny penis ego.

 

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NCAA to vote on spring eligibility relief March 30
The committee believes the NCAA should provide a framework to allow schools to provide eligibility relief, but a release announcing the vote and other actions related to the coronavirus pandemic noted that schools will also have the "autonomy to make their own decisions in the best interest of their campus, conference and student-athletes."

Iowa wrestling is back, even without an NCAA title
Moriah, Iowa's director of wrestling operations, had a piece of paper in her hands. He couldn't even make eye contact with her -- Marinelli knew what it must say. "We're not wrestling," he said under his breath.
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Wilson in self isolation