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Sporting events called off following death of Queen Elizabeth II

Horse racing was halted on Thursday following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, while Friday's play in cricket's Test match between England and South Africa was called off.

The second day of the PGA Championship golf on Friday will not take place.

The English Football League has also postponed its two games on Friday.

This weekend's Premier League and English Football League fixtures have been postponed as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

It is scheduled to be the opening weekend of the Women's Super League and the Premiership Rugby season, while the Great North Run is due to take place on Sunday.