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Britain halts sports following Queen Elizabeth II’s death

Several sporting events in Britain were called off as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96.

Organizers of the BMW PGA Championship golf event reacted to the announcement of the queen’s death by immediately suspending play, with many players still out on the course at Wentworth. The course and practice facilities will be closed Friday.

The England and Wales Cricket Board said Friday’s play in the second test between England and South Africa at the Oval would not take place.

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