The Global Rapid Rugby tournament has been suspended due to the outbreak of coronavirus or COVID-19.
Global Rapid Rugby CEO Mark Evans confirmed the competition would follow Super Rugby's lead in suspending its competition after the opening round last weekend.
Evans says travel, quarantine and public health restrictions have provided them with no option but to halt the season for the imminent future.
He says the sporting environment has been turned upside down by the current worldwide health crisis and it is disappointing to have to suspend the competition just one round into the season, however the health and safety of the players, coaches, staff and fans are always their number one priority.
He adds they will explore all avenues as they seek to evolve the competition to meet the difficult circumstances we all now find ourselves in.
[Source:rugby.com.au]
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