Some Sports Restarted This Weekend, Most With Empty Stadiums

Sports leagues are beginning to resume activities amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Germany's Bundesliga was the first major European soccer league to return, playing games without fans. NASCAR also resumed in South Carolina, with revenue primarily from broadcast deals. Golf returned with a charity event in Florida, and the PGA Tour plans to resume in June. Meanwhile, Korean baseball has restarted and is being broadcast on ESPN. The hope is that safety measures will allow sports to continue safely, but there is concern about potential outbreaks.

Which major European soccer league was the first to resume play during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Bundesliga

• Serie A

• La Liga

• Premier League

Why is NASCAR less affected financially by the absence of fans compared to other sports?

• It receives government subsidies

• It has a large fan base

• It relies heavily on ticket sales

• It is primarily funded by broadcast deals

Where was the charity golf tournament held that raised money for coronavirus relief efforts?

• Augusta, GA

• Scottsdale, AZ

• Juno Beach, FL

• Pebble Beach, CA

What alternative did US sports fans turn to while waiting for their usual leagues to resume?

• Canadian hockey

• Japanese baseball

• Korean baseball

• Australian rugby

What is a major concern associated with the resumption of sports during the pandemic?

• Increased ticket prices

• Shortage of players

• Lack of interest from fans

• Potential for new outbreaks