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Sport in a time of coronavirus

Italy was the first country to impose a nationwide lockdown to stem the transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), and its restaurants, theatres and many other businesses remain closed.

Members of the public were only too happy to take advantage of the easing of lockdown restrictions and take in some fresh air and exercise.

May 15, 2020, updated May 15, 2020
1/7Andrea Belotti of Torino FC arrives at stadio Filadelfia for an individual training session wearing a protective mask.
2/7Swimmer Marco Orsi of the Italian national team attends his first practice following the safety protocols established by the government during the coronavirus.
3/7A rollerblader with a protective mask jumps freestyle with the rollerblades over a skateboard ramp at the Dora Park in Turin, Italy.
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4/7Protective masks a common sight as play sports at the Dora Park in Turin.
5/7People with protective masks jogging in Turin.
6/7Boy with protective mask juggles a soccer ball in Turin.
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7/7Easing social distancing rules comes with a new set of problems.
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