Masters and Boston Marathon postponed amid coronavirus outbreak
The Masters at Augusta National and the Boston Marathon were postponed as COVID-19 spreads. Boston Mayor Walsh cited resilience and unity, noting the race has never fully canceled since 1897. IndyCar, NASCAR, and Formula One also canceled weekend events, delaying their seasons and leaving fans with a sparse sports calendar for months.
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Vikings cut pair of key defenders
The Minnesota Vikings released cornerback Xavier Rhodes and tackle Linval Joseph to clear about 18.5 million in salary cap space. GM Rick Spielman said the moves allow Rhodes and Joseph to explore free agency while the team stays in contact.
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UFC plans fanless events amid pandemic moving some to Apex Las Vegas
UFC will proceed with events without fans, staging Brasilia fights this Saturday and a full card next weekend at London's O2 Arena. Several shows shifted from Columbus and Portland to the UFC Apex in Las Vegas to fit safety needs. Dana White credits talks with Trump and Pence for the stance, emphasizing continued competition and fighter pay despite global sports suspensions.
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Dream season ends as Dayton cancels NCAA run
Dayton 29-2 Flyers ranked No. 3 saw their dream season halted by the NCAA cancellation of March Madness amid the coronavirus outbreak. Fans and city leaders mourn the loss of a potential Final Four run and the economic and emotional ripple effects on Dayton.
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