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PSC shelves events over outbreak
The Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) has indefinitely postponed several athletic events, including the National Sports Summit and the Philippine National Games, due to the novel coronavirus (nCoV) outbreak.
The National Sports Summit was originally scheduled for February 27-28.
The PSC will also postpone seminars and other gatherings with more than 40 participants.
PSC Chairman William "Butch" Ramirez stated the decision was made out of fear of people being exposed to the coronavirus.
The PSC also advised the Philippine Paralympic Committee (PPC) to defer the ASEAN Para Games set for March, leaving the final decision to the PPC.
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