Premier League scraps handshakes as part of virus prevention

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Last Updated : Mar 06 2020 | 9:42 AM IST

The Premier League is scrapping pregame handshakes between players and officials as a precautionary measure to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus.

The league said Thursday that the traditional handshakes will not take place "until further notice based on medical advice."

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First Published: Mar 06 2020 | 9:42 AM IST

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