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It has been long overdue for the KHL and other major Russian sports leagues to just stop with the sports and start caring about public safety - now finally the axe has dropped.

On Tuesday KHL has announced that they are suspending their season until (at least) April 10th.

From KHL Press Office:

In the event that after April 10, restrictive measures will be reduced or lifted, the KHL will be ready for the second stage of the championship for clubs. The format and timing of the KHL will be announced on its official Internet resources. In case of prolongation of the ''state of emergency'' KHL will be making another statement when and if required.

The following is the statement from KHL presdient Alexei Morozv:

Dear fans! We are faced with an unprecedented situation. The coronavirus pandemic has brought many sports tournaments to a halt all over the world.

The KHL always puts its supporters and players first. Today we, along with the Russian Premier League and the VTB United League, took an important decision for everyone – we will suspend our competitions until April 10.

I’m speaking to you now not just as the KHL president, but also as a former hockey player. I know very well what a fantastic atmosphere you fans generate in our arenas. But today we must face up to new conditions. I urge you to understand the decision we have taken. In difficult times, people come together; right now, your support is more important than ever for the league and its clubs.

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