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Sport pays its respects to Queen Elizabeth II as nation enters period of National Mourning - latest updates
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Published 09/09/2022 at 10:18 GMT+1
Buckingham Palace confirmed in a statement on Thursday, September 8 2022 that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96. As Britain mourns, the world of sport has paid tribute – with many British events being suspended or cancelled. On Friday, the Premier League made a decision to postpone this weekend's fixtures. Follow the latest updates here.
Players and spectators observe a minute silence in memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during Day Three of the Third LV= Insurance Test Match between England and South Africa at The Kia Oval on September 10, 2022 in London, England
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22:40 - 'We lost a great friend and ambassador'
Eldar Eldarov won the rescheduled St Leger at Doncaster on Sunday as British horse racing resumed and paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
A two-minute silence was observed before racing began with jockeys and trainers bowing their heads before the national anthem.
"There is an emptiness as we lost a great friend and ambassador in the Queen," said jockey Frankie Dettori.
Egan, after winning on his first Leger ride, said: "These Classics are fantastic. I'm obviously very sad for Her Majesty."
16:20 - Rangers v Napoli to be played on Wednesday
Rangers' Champions League Group A game against Napoli at Ibrox has been pushed back 24 hours to Wednesday at 8pm UK time following discussions between Police Scotland, the Glasgow club and UEFA.
A UEFA statement explained: "This is due to the severe limitations on police resources and organisational issues related to the ongoing events surrounding the national mourning for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II."
Tottenham confirmed on Sunday afternoon that their Champions League game against Portuguese club Sporting Lisbon will go ahead on Tuesday after their official website said the game had been postponed.
All UEFA competition matches are expected to go ahead next week as planned across Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
14:30 - English football to resume on Monday
English football will resume on Monday after this weekend's absence of action to respect the Queen's passing.
The BBC reports that the National League will restart its competitons, with one fixture each scheduled in the North and South divisions respectively.
Bradford Park Avenue host Darlington, while Chelmsford City face Oxford City, with both games kicking off at 7.45pm.
A further four FA Trophy matches are also set to take place.
12:30 - Fabio Capello expresses his gratitude to Her Majesty
The former England manager spoke about the passing of Queen Elizabeth II at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza earlier today.
In an interview with Sky Sports, he said: "I'm very sorry; I am really close to the British people and she was a very important person for the world. Thank you for everything that she's done."
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Fabio Capello
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11:30 - Cristiano Ronaldo speaks about 'everlasting love' for the Queen
Cristiano Ronaldo paid tribute to the Queen on his Instagram account, and spoke about his 'everlasting love' for the UK and the Queen.
He said: "Seven years of my career were played in the Premier League, making this my 8th season living in England.
"Throughout these years, I’ve felt the everlasting love of the UK for it’s Queen, and how important Her Majesty was and will forever be to the British people.
"I pay my respect to her memory and I mourn this irreplaceable loss with the country that I’ve learned to call home. My thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family."
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Cristiano Ronaldo con la maglia del Manchester United - Stagione 2022-23
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09:30 - British horse racing cancelled as mark of respect on Queen’s funeral
British horse racing has been cancelled on Monday September 19 as mark of a respect for the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
There were meetings scheduled to take place at Hamilton Park, Leicester, Warwick, and Wolverhampton, but they have all been cancelled.
Racing resumes today after being cancelled on Thursday following the news of Her Majesty’s passing. "British racing will not go ahead on Monday 19 September - the date of the funeral of Her Late Majesty The Queen," said a British Horseracing Authority statement in quotes published by the BBC.
"This will give everyone involved in British racing the opportunity to mourn Her Late Majesty's passing and offer thanks for her contribution to our sport and the nation."
The St Leger takes place today in a nine-race card at Doncaster.
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A Floral tribute is paid to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
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08:30 - Stuart Broad praises 'whoever put the game on'
There were emotional scenes at the Oval yesterday on day three of England's third test against South Africa, and Stuart Broad is delighted play went ahead to celebrate the life of Her Majesty.
An emotional rendition of God Save the King was sung and Broad highlighted the special atmosphere on a momentous day in the world of sport.
“It was incredible actually. It was amazing to be a part of,” said Broad in quotes published by the Guardian.
“To walk down those stairs, every single player commented on how special it was – you could hear a pin drop. The respect shown by everyone in the stadium was incredible. I feel really glad with whoever decided to put the game on. It felt like a celebration of the Queen’s life today.”
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England's Stuart Broad bowls against Pakistan
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22:20 - Cricket continues to honour Her Majesty
Just like they did prior to the start of the men's Test match at the Oval, both England and India paid respect to the Queen ahead of their opening T20 match with a moment of silence.
18:25 - Minute's silence observed at SGP Denmark in Vojens
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Minute's silence observed for Queen Elizabeth II at SGP Denmark in Vojens
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17:03 - Plans for the Queen's lying in state and funeral
The State Funeral of Her Majesty The Queen will take place at Westminster Abbey on Monday 19th September.
The government's advice to sporting bodies across the country: "As a mark of respect, organisations might wish to consider cancelling or postponing events or closing venues on the day of the State Funeral."
Horse racing, the only major sport in the UK due to take place on that date, has been postponed.
16:35 - Pele remembers meeting Her Majesty
Former Brazil forward Pele took to Instagram to recount the time he met the Queen.
"I have been a great admirer of Queen Elizabeth II since the first time I saw her in person, in 1968, when she came to Brazil to witness our love for football and experienced the magic of a packed MaracanĂŁ. A few years later, she generously awarded me the Order of the British Empire, the country's highest honor. Her deeds have marked generations. This legacy will last forever. On this sad day, I share this memory with all of you and send my message of love and prayers to the British Royal Family and all friends in the United Kingdom."
15:00 - Cars pay tribute to the Queen at Italian Grand Prix
As qualifying gets underway for the Italian Grand Prix today, a number of teams have made a number of classy references to Her Majesty on their cars.
14:00 - 'God Save the King' sung at the Oval
This will take some getting used to. The national anthem with one big change was sung with some gusto before play began at the Oval today.
13:00 - The Oval honours Queen Elizabeth II
A minute's silence is impeccably observed before the day three of the third test between England and South Africa at the Oval.
12:00 - Robbie McEwen offers his condolences
Eurosport cycling pundit Robbie McEwen made a short, but sweet statement paying tribute to Her Majesty.
He said: "As a proud Australian with the British heritage, I offer my sincere condolences to the Royal Family, and all those who loved Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth."
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McEwen offers sincere condolences after death of Queen Elizabeth II
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11:30 - Radzi Chinyanganya reflects on the life of the 'nation's granny'
Eurosport presenter Radzi Chinyanganya gave his thoughts on Her Majesty's passing and warmly referred to Queen Elizabeth II as "the nation's granny." He said: "Her Majesty the Queen was and forever will be in my eyes, the nation's granny.
"I think of somebody who is a leader, somebody who led by example, somebody who represents an entire country and has done so practically her whole life. And just somebody who, I think we're all very very grateful for their life and their service."
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Chinyanganya heralds Queen Elizabeth II for life of service
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11:00 - Ben Stokes says national anthem will be sung louder today
Test cricket captain Ben Stokes spoke to BBC Sport ahead of day three in the third test between England and South Africa. He encapsulated the feelings of everyone around the world following the Queen's passing, and says the national anthem will be sung with more gusto than usual.
He said: "It's been a sad couple of days, not only for us, but the whole nation and world as well. It's great to be stood here and know that we're going to be out playing this game, not just for us, but in memory of the Queen.
"It's a very special occasion for us. I think it's always very special to stand on the ground and sing the national anthem, obviously today will have even more on it. I think the national anthem might be sung a litte bit louder than it normally is, and rightly so."
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Ben Stokes of England
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10:30 - Arsenal Life President pays moving tribute to Her Majesty
Arsenal Life President Ken Friar OBE offered his memories of Queen Elizabeth II in a moving piece published on their club website.
He reflected on receiving an OBE from Her Majesty and paid tribute to the Queen's remarkable resilience. He said: "I thought that she was indestructible, and she nearly was, striding through life with great determination and dedication whilst making everyone she met feel the most important person in the room.
"Receiving an OBE from Her Majesty in 2000 is a moment of which I am immensely proud, and I will always treasure, but what Her Majesty the Queen has meant to this football club is hard to put into words."
10:00 - Joanna Rowsell recounts Queen Elizabeth’s joy at the London Games
Two-time Olympic gold medallist and former world champion cyclist Joanna Rowsell spoke about her fond memories of meeting Her Majesty, after receiving an MBE from the Queen in 2013.
She said: "It's been incredibly sad to hear of the news of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. She was someone that was so well respected, so admired, and I feel really honoured that I was lucky enough to meet her on a number of occasions throughout my sporting career.
"I particularly remember recieving my MBE back in 2013 after the London Olympics and having a really special conversation with her about her much joy the London Games brought her. So it has been extremely sad to hear this news."
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Joanna Rowsell recounts Queen Elizabeth’s joy at the London Games
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09:30 - Reshmin Chowdhury lauds remarkable legacy of Queen Elizabeth II
Broadcaster Reshmin Chowdhury has paid her own emotional tribute to the Queen for Eurosport and hailed Her Majesty as "the only constant in all of our lives."
She said: "I was so sad to hear the news of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen and my sincere condolences go out to the Royal Family, because while the nation is mourning, you have to remember that this was somebody's wife, a friend, mother, grandmother and a great-grandmother as well.
"In fact, she was the only constant in all of our lives and she's navigated some of these greatest transitions in history. It's such a remarkable legacy, she was such a wonderful woman."
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Reshmin Chowdhury lauds remarkable legacy of Queen Elizabeth
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08:30 - Play underway at Wentworth, minute's silence at 09:50
Play has resumed at the PGA Championship, with Jon Rahn, Tyrrell Hatton, Viktor Hovland all in action this morning.
Explaining the decision to continue play this weekend, the DP World Tour said in a statement: "The decision to restart on Saturday has been taken in accordance with Official National Mourning guidance and in consultation with the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS).
"The Wentworth event will give players, caddies, staff, volunteers and spectators the opportunity to come together across the weekend, not only to express their condolences but also to celebrate the extraordinary life of Her Majesty."
However, the DP World Tour has since announced that play will pause at 09:50 for a minute's silence to remember Her Majesty.
08:00 - Home nations postpone football, cricket, golf and rugby to play on
There will be no English, Welsh or Northern Irish football, while Scottish senior football has been postponed as a show of respect for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
The postponement of this weekend's fixtures means the start of the Women's Super League season has also been delayed, and no grassroots football will take place in England either.
However, the shows goes on in golf when the PGA Championship restarts on Saturday after play was paused on Thursday.
But the event has been shortened and now takes place over 54 holes rather than 72.
Horse racing also returns on Sunday, and rugby union's Premiership season begins today after Friday's two fixtures were postponed.
Cricket at all levels will go ahead as normal, with play resuming in England's decisive test against South Africa resuming on Satuday.
22:00 - Celebrating US Open win 'didn't feel appropriate' - Salisbury
World No. 1 Joe Salisbury has revealed it didn’t feel "appropriate” to celebrate his US Open doubles title win, as Great Britain mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
Brit Salisbury and his American partner Rajeev Ram overcame Neal Skupski and Wesley Koolhof 7-6 7-5 in the final on Friday to win the US Open.
Salisbury appeared subdued at the end of the match, as the 30-year-old reflected on the situation back in the United Kingdom.
"I think we felt like we should just show a sign of respect and just acknowledgement of the situation because it's a huge moment in our history,” said Salisbury.
“We felt like we just wanted to show a sign of respect for that.
“I think it didn't feel appropriate to be overly celebrating or at least showing that too much, because obviously everybody is back home and around the world is in mourning at the moment, and it's a very sad time."
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Joe Salisbury of Great Britain and partner Rajeev Ram (not pictured) of the United States looks on against Neal Skupski of Great Britain and Wesley Koolhof of the Netherlands during their Men’s Doubles Final match on Day
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20:15 - Man Utd's Europa League game next week to go ahead
Manchester United have confirmed that their Europa League Group E game against FC Sheriff in Moldova will take place as scheduled next week on September 15.
A club statement reads: “Following discussions with the relevant governing bodies and in line with guidance issued by the UK Government, we can confirm our UEFA Europa League fixture against FC Sheriff will take place as scheduled on Thursday evening in Moldova.
"Match arrangements will remain the same for fans who are traveling to support the team in Chisinau."
Reports say Manchester City's Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund on September 14 and Arsenal's Europa League game against PSV Eindhoven on September 15 are expected to go ahead as planned.
20:00 - ICYMI: Premier League postpones weekend fixtures
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Premier League postpones weekend fixtures
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19:15 - Arsene Wenger's 'huge respect and admiration' for the Queen
Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, who is currently FIFA chief of global development, has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II who he had "huge respect and admiration for".
He said: "I arrived in England almost 26 years ago, in October 1996. During that time, it was an honour to meet Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II twice. Once at Buckingham Palace, and once at Windsor.
"In an ever-changing world, throughout her reign, her sense of duty, and dedication to keeping the nation united are qualities I had huge respect and admiration for.
"The tributes that have been paid by people from all walks of life from around the world, demonstrate how much she meant, to so many.
"I would like to send my condolences to the Royal Family, and to all those who are in mourning today."
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Queen Elizabeth II meets Arsenal chairman Peter Hill-Wood and manager Arsene Wenger (R) at Buckingham Palace in 2007
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18:15 - Davis Cup matches in Glasgow to go ahead
The Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have confirmed that the Davis Cup group stage matches to be held in Glasgow from September 13-18 will go ahead as planned.
Cameron Norrie, Dan Evans, Andy Murray, Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski form Great Britain's team.
USA, Kazakhstan and the Netherlands will compete against Great Britain in the group matches in Scotland to determine who advances to the November finals in Malaga.
18:00 - Wade pays tribute to 'down to earth' Queen
Virginia Wade has paid tribute to the Queen as a “down to earth” person who helped her fulfil her destiny at Wimbledon.
The Queen presented Wade with the Wimbledon singles trophy in 1977 on one of only four visits she made to SW19.
“I was totally wrung out by the end of the day watching it all," she said after watching the TV coverage of the Queen's passing at her home on Thursday.
“Not only is it a very sad thing but also such an extraordinary historical story and all the stages of her life. It was very moving to watch. I think when somebody dies when they’re older it’s a different sort of grief. It’s very final.
“She was the extra motivation for me to get to the final of Wimbledon and then win. I was fortunate enough to get invited to Buckingham Palace in a very small group with the Queen. I was very fortunate when the Queen came to Wimbledon in 2010.
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Queen Elizabeth II presents the trophy to British tennis player Virginia Wade after she won the Women's Singles competition at Wimbledon, 1st July 1977
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“We sat at lunch at a small table. There was Roger Taylor, Ann Jones, Angela Mortimer. I think there were only eight of us. Roger was completely taken with her. She was so intelligent, just completely on the ball.
“Every meeting you had with the Queen was memorable. I had quite a few just shaking hands and not saying anything but it was really special to get to know her in a small way, to find there was a real person at the other end and with no airs and graces.
“She was the most important woman in the world and she was totally down to earth. She had a very definite sense of humour and she was very warm but I don’t think she stood any nonsense at all.”
17:40 - Friday's rugby matches rescheduled
Premiership Rugby have confirmed that Sale vs Northampton - which was due to take place this evening - has been rescheduled to Sunday at 3pm UK time.
The match was postponed to respect the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Bristol vs Bath, which was also set to be played tonight, has been rescheduled for Saturday at 5.30pm UK time.
17:15 - Southgate and Wiegman pay tribute to the Queen
England head coaches Gareth Southgate and Sarina Wiegman have paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, who was patron of the Football Association.
The FA have confirmed tributes will be paid at England's UEFA Nations League fixture against Germany at Wembley Stadium on September 26, including a period of silence before kick-off and the wearing of black armbands.
16:10 - F1 pauses to reflect on death of Queen Elizabeth II
Formula One teams held a minute silence to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II at Monza on Friday, ahead of opening practice for the Italian Grand Prix.
Earlier, F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali sent a message of condolence to the Royal Family and to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.
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Silence at Monza as F1 pauses to reflect on death of Queen Elizabeth II
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15:45 - Reshmin Chowdhury lauds Queen's legacy
Reshmin Chowdhury has lauded the remarkable legacy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II after her death aged 96 on Thursday.
Reshmin Chowdhury lauds remarkable legacy of Queen Elizabeth
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15:15 - Rugby Union fixtures to go ahead this weekend
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) have confirmed that rugby fixtures that were set to place this weekend will go ahead as planned. Teams have been given the choice to postpone games themselves if they wish.
The RFU said in a statement: "The overwhelming opinions shared so far within the game, are that teams and supporters want to come together to honour Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to be united in our grief as we express sorrow at her passing.
"Rugby, at its heart, is about community and bringing people together, in good times and in sad. Rugby clubs are a source of strength and support during times of uncertainty, and we hope that by enabling games and other rugby activity to go ahead this weekend, with families and friends congregating it will help us all to unite at this time of national mourning.
"We strongly encourage all those playing sport this weekend to respectfully pay tribute to The Queen by holding a minute’s silence ahead of all fixtures this weekend. This an opportunity for teams from different areas to join together in honouring and celebrating her life."
14:47 - Rowsell: Olympics gave Queen so much joy
Joanna Rowsell MBE has spoken of the joy the London 2012 Olympic Games brought Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
The Queen played a role in the Opening Ceremony of the Games and Rowsell, who won gold in the team pursuit, says she had a "special conversation" with the Queen.
Joanna Rowsell recounts Queen Elizabeth’s joy at the London Games
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14:31 - Golf to restart, play over 54 holes
The BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth will resume at 6.40am on Saturday and will be played over 54 holes rather than 72 with the intention to finish on Sunday as scheduled.
A statement said: "The Wentworth event will give players, caddies, staff, volunteers and spectators the opportunity to come together across the weekend, not only to express their condolences but also to celebrate the extraordinary life of Her Majesty."
14:05 - Cricket to resume on Saturday
The deciding Test between England and South Africa at The Oval will resume on Saturday.
The first day's play was washed out and today was cancelled following the death of the Queen.
The contest is set to start with a minute's silence ahead of play and all players and coaches wearing black armbands.
13:54 - Minute's silence at La Vuelta
A minute's silence was held in tribute to the Queen ahead of Stage 19 at La Vuelta.
British riders led the tribute behind the national flag on the start line, including Chris Froome, Fred Wright, Ben Turner and Tao Geoghegan Hart.
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Hugh Carthy of United Kingdom and Team EF Education - Easypost, Daniel Mclay of United Kingdom and Team Arkéa - Samsic, James Callum Shaw of United Kingdom and Team EF Education - Easypost, Ben Turner of United Kingdom, Luke Plapp of Australia and Tao Geo
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13:30 - Sports pay respect to Queen
Sport across the world has paused for moments of silence over the last 24 hours in memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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Sport pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
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13:01 - Formula One pays tribute
The Italian Grand Prix will be going ahead this weekend and teams gathered in the pit lane before the first practice session today for a minute's silence.
Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have also been paying their respects.
12:44 - St Leger moved to Sunday
The British Horseracing Authority has cancelled Saturday's racing, with key races including the St Leger moving to a revised programme on Sunday.
The new nine-race card at Doncaster will also include the Champagne Stakes and the Park Stakes, the Doncaster Cup and the Flying Childers Stakes.
12:20 - Great North Run given green light
Organisers have said Sunday's Great North Run will go ahead as planned.
12:10 - Ronaldo mourns 'irreplaceable loss'
Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo has posted a tribute to the Queen.
"Seven years of my career were played in the Premier League, making this my 8th season living in England," he wrote on Instagram.
"Throughout these years, I’ve felt the everlasting love of the UK for it’s Queen, and how important Her Majesty was and will forever be to the British people.
"I pay my respect to her memory and I mourn this irreplaceable lost with the country that I’ve learned to call home. My thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family."
11:50 - All English football called off
Confirmation from the Football Association that all the weekend's games, including in the EFL and Women's Super League, have been postponed.
11: 35 - Premier League postponed
The Premier League has confirmed that the weekend's fixtures have all been postponed to honour the Queen's "extraordinary life and contribution to the nation, and as a mark of respect".
Premier League chief executive Richard Masters added: “We and our clubs would like to pay tribute to Her Majesty’s long and unwavering service to our country.
"As our longest-serving monarch, she has been an inspiration and leaves behind an incredible legacy following a life of dedication.
"This is a tremendously sad time for not just the nation but also for the millions of people around the world who admired her, and we join together with all those in mourning her passing.”
11:15 - No presentation for Potter
New Chelsea head coach Graham Potter will not be meeting the media this morning.
11:01- Stokes keen to play in Queen's memory
The second day of the deciding Test between England and South Africa has been called off, but England captain Ben Stokes is keen to return to the field.
10:40 - Bach: We have lost a great supporter of sport
The President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, has paid tribute to the Queen.
“With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, we have lost a great supporter of sport and the Olympic Movement.
"Her Majesty was the only head of state to declare open two editions of the Olympic Games and was already present at the Olympic Games London 1948.
"As patron of the British Olympic Association, she provided invaluable advice and help to the Olympic community.”
10:29 - Governing bodies to decide on fixtures
The Athletic are reporting that the UK government has told football leagues that games can be played this weekend, but has left the final decision up to the Premier League, EFL and Football Association, who organise the Women’s Super League.
Under a 'Guidance for the Period of National Mourning' section on the government website it says: "The decision as to whether sporting fixtures continue to go ahead is at the discretion of organisers. Organisers may wish to consider using black armbands and observing a silence before matches are played."
Talks are apparently taking place this morning.
10:19: BMW PGA Championship hopeful of restart
Play has been suspended at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth but seemingly could be back on over the weekend.
10:12 - British Speedway postponed
This weekend's British Speedway fixtures have been postponed.
There were meetings scheduled for Edinburgh on Friday, Leicester on Saturday, and Redcar and Kent on Sunday.
10:02 - 'A constant presence of grace'
England captain Leah Williamson says the Queen was "a constant presence of grace and decency in a world that continued to change around her".
"To comprehend the loss of our Queen is almost impossible, because it seemed, and we hoped, she could reign forever," Williamson wrote on Instagram.
"A wonderful monarch but an exceptional person. A light so bright, she gave us hope when there seemed to be none, a warm voice amongst times of despair. A Queen who unified her people and whose spirit made her appear as one of us. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II."
9:47 - 'I haven't stopped crying'
Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes has paid tribute to the Queen, saying "everything we have ever known has changed".
"I literally haven't stopped crying since I found out the news," she told Sky.
"I've represented my country twice, in the military and in sport. I've stood on the rostrum many times singing the national anthem to our Queen.
"Everything we have ever known has changed on this day, everyone living to this day will never have someone so strong and so formidable serving us."
9:36 - PL set to make call on fixtures
While several sporting fixtures have been postponed, there has not yet been an announcement from the Premier League over the weekend's games.
The Daily Mail's Mike Keegan is reporting that a meeting will take place this morning when a decision will be made.
9:28 - Beckham: Queen inspired us
Former England captain David Beckham has said in a heartfelt message that the Queen "inspired us with her leadership".
"I’m truly saddened by the death of Her Majesty, The Queen," Beckham wrote on Instagram.
"What an outpouring of love and respect we saw for the Platinum Jubilee for her life of service.
"How devastated we all feel today shows what she has meant to people in this country and around the world. How much she inspired us with her leadership. How she comforted us when times were tough. Until her last days she served her country with dignity and grace.
"This year she would have known how loved she was. My thoughts and prayers are with our Royal Family."
9:18 - Federer 'deeply saddened' by Queen's death
There was a moment of silence before last night's women's semi-finals at the US Open to pay tribute to the Queen.
Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal have also offered their condolences.
Federer wrote on Twitter: "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Her Royal Majesty."
"Her elegance, grace and loyalty to her duty will live on in history. I would like to send my thoughts and condolences to the entire Royal Family and Great Britain.”
Federer met the Queen at Wimbledon in 2010 and said about her: "She was very friendly, very relaxed. You could tell she has done this a million times. She made everybody feel very special at the table, one of those things you'll never forget and be able to tell to your kids or someone down the line.”
9:00 - Sport pays tribute to Queen
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died, aged 96, on Thursday.
Sport has mourned her death, with the PGA Championship, horse racing and England's deciding Test with South Africa being temporarily suspended.The Premier League are set to make an announcement on this weekend's fixtures later on Friday.
Individual athletes and governing bodies have also paid tribute to the UK's longest-reigning monarch.
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