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Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey Says Pro Sports Can Proceed Without Fans Starting May 16

Professional sports can resume without fans in Arizona starting May 16, the state's governor, Doug Ducey, said in a press conference Tuesday.

Regarding the opening of professional sports leagues, Ducey said they can re-open without fans as they implement public health protects and Centers for Disease Control guidelines.

The state of Arizona is home to the NBA's Suns, the NFL's Cardinals, the NHL's Coyotes, the WNBA's Mercury and MLB's Diamondbacks, among other teams.

With the state's stay-at-home order set to expire Friday, Ducey also added that starting Wednesday gyms and swimming pools will also be allowed to re-open.