Tag: coronavirus

The UFC wants Khabib Nurmagomedov (pictured) to defend his lightweight title against Tony Ferguson on April 18, but it’s unclear where that might happen. (Image: Jeff Bottari/Zuffa/Getty)

UFC Cancels Next Three Shows, Can Khabib Nurmagomedov vs. Tony Ferguson Be Saved?

The UFC plans for lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov to fight Tony Ferguson on April 18. But with the promotion canceling its next three events in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, it’s reasonable to question whether that title fight will go forward. UFC president Dana White says he’s unwilling to […]

Online gambling sites stand to gain as brick-and-mortar casinos close during the coronavirus pandemic. (Image: Amy Rosenberg/Philadelphia Inquirer)

Will the Coronavirus Shutdown be a Boon for US Online Gambling?

With the coronavirus pandemic shutting down nearly all large events in the United States – and authorities increasingly asking people to avoid holding even smaller gatherings – much of our day-to-day entertainment and social activity will likely be moving to the internet for the time being. Along with virtual happy […]

Maryland Governor Orders Racetracks Closed In Wake of COVID-19

Maryland Governor Orders Racetracks Closed In Wake of COVID-19

In the latest move to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan became the first governor to shut down racetracks Sunday when he issued an executive order closing all Maryland casinos, racetracks and simulcast betting facilities to the public. The executive order closing Laurel Park, Pimlico […]

Charles Oliveira (left) submitted Kevin Lee (right) in the main event of UFC Fight Night 170 on Saturday. (Image: Buda Mendes/UFC/Getty)

UFC Notebook: Can Shows Go On During Coronavirus Pandemic?

The UFC put on one of the only major sporting events in the world this weekend as UFC Fight Night 170 went forward in Brasilia, Brazil, albeit without fans in the arena. Now, UFC president Dana White says he plans to continue holding shows, though it’s unclear whether this will […]

Golfing great Jack Nicklaus expressed doubts last week that The Masters will be played this year. (Image: Getty)

Jack Nicklaus Doubts The Masters Will Be Played This Year

While Masters officials and golfers are hopeful the major championship will take place this year, Jack Nicklaus has his doubts. The annual major championship, held the first week of April, was postponed on Friday because of the coronavirus outbreak. Nicklaus, a six-time winner of the green jacket, believes it will […]

The gate for the Grade 3 Sunland Derby at New Mexico's Sunland Park will be empty. The Derby prep race was canceled Sunday in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Image: Sunland Park Racetrack & Casino)

Sunland Derby Becomes First Derby Prep Race Canceled Due to COVID-19

The $700,000 Sunland Derby, New Mexico’s contribution to the Kentucky Derby Trail, became the first Derby prep casualty of the COVID-19 virus Sunday when track officials called off all races. Set for March 22, Sunland would’ve awarded 50-20-15-5 Kentucky Derby qualifying points to the top four finishers — enough to […]

The Hollywood Casino Toledo is one of Ohio's 11 casinos closed to contain the spread of the coronavirus. (Image: Hollywood Casinos)

Ohio, Illinois and Pennsylvania Casinos Close as Coronavirus Spreads

Casinos across Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania are closing in an attempt to contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The casino closures are mostly in response to new state health policies. After the 2007-08 financial crisis, states embraced the casino industry with open arms. For many, the industry was a […]

The twin spires of Churchill Downs could stand guard over an empty infield and grandstand the first Saturday in May. Officials plan to make an announcement on the Kentucky Derby's status this week (Image: Yahoo News)

Will the Kentucky Derby Be Canceled for the First Time in History?

World wars, great depressions and countless global calamities have never stopped the Kentucky Derby, going all the way back to 1875. Only once, in 1945, was the Derby delayed, from May until June. Now, with only seven weeks until the 2020 Run for the Roses and the coronavirus pandemic shutting […]

FantasyDraft ran out of sports to offer and has temporarily ceased offering DFS contests. (Image: FantasyDraft)

FantasyDraft Temporarily Ceases DFS Operations

FantasyDraft has temporarily stopped offering DFS contests as a result of the mass sports cancellations in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. FantasyDraft ‘Unable to Offer Contests’ In an email sent to users, FantasyDraft CEO Stephen Krombolz wrote that the suspension of all US professional sports leagues has left the […]

Until further notice, fans won't be able to enjoy this spectacular view of the San Gabriel Mountains behind the Santa Anita finish line. The track is closed to spectators. (Image: Santa Anita Park)

Last Sport Standing? Horse Racing and Betting Continues, Just Not In Person

From a betting standpoint, the coronavirus outbreak that has canceled or suspended events across the sporting spectrum means America’s horse racing tracks are some of the few venues with action available to punters. Provided you have a remote betting account or betting app. Due to the threat of coronavirus and […]

The NFL has announced DraftKings as its first official daily fantasy partner. (Image:  David L. Ryan/Boston Globe/Getty)

DFS Operators Soldier On With Few Contests to Run

DFS operators are continuing to run contests, even as the pool of available sports is shrinking due to leagues canceling games because of coronavirus-related concerns. Limited DFS Slates Available In a statement emailed to users and attributed to company president Matt Kalish, DraftKings said that it would “continue to offer […]

The XFL announced the suspension of its regular season on Thursday, making it the latest professional sports league to halt play. (Image: Ric Tapia/XFL/Getty)

XFL Cancels 2020 Regular Season, But Promises to Rise Again in 2021

The XFL announced Thursday that it will cancel the remainder of its 2020 regular season, joining a host of other leagues that have suspended play amid the coronavirus pandemic. The XFL had completed the first five weeks of its scheduled 10-game regular season. Luck: XFL Committed to Returning Next Year […]

WrestleMania 36 will be hosted at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. (Image: WWE)

WrestleMania 36: The Show Must Go On … For Now

Even with the coronavirus outbreak shuttering all of the major professional sports leagues in America, the WWE announced that WrestleMania 36 will go on as planned three weeks from now at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. WWE made an official announcement on Thursday regarding coronavirus and their annual blockbuster […]

The Masters has been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak, and chairman Fred Ridley said they will try and reschedule. (Image: Augusta Chronicle)

Masters Postponed Because of Coronavirus, New Date Possible

Masters chairman Fred Ridley announced Friday the major championship will be postponed because of concerns related to the coronavirus outbreak. The surprise announcement came less than 12 hours after the PGA Tour canceled The Players Championship and three other tournaments. This will be the first time the Masters will not […]

Are Vegas Sportsbooks Becoming Coronavirus Ghost Towns?

Are Vegas Sportsbooks Becoming Coronavirus Ghost Towns?

The coronavirus scare is sports gambling’s worst nightmare. Virtually all major American sporting events have been canceled or postponed indefinitely, which means sports gamblers won’t have much to bet on, at least for a while. So, how long will this last and how bad will things get? On most afternoons, […]