NASCAR suspends season until May but will reschedule events.
The decision came after at least two Monday conference calls between the sanctioning body and its team owners. It affects seven total races — Atlanta and Homestead had already been postponed.
For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia. The vast majority of people recover from the new virus within a few weeks.
"Our priority is to do our part in protecting the public health while still conducting the 104th Indianapolis 500," the speedway said. "This continues to be a dynamic situation which we are monitoring constantly in coordination with federal, state, local and public health officials. We are planning for all contingencies and will be prepared to run the GMR Grand Prix and Indy 500 as the COVID-19 situation permits.
Organizers of the 24 Hours of Le Mans said Monday a decision will be made in mid-April about its June race.
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