Coronavirus italy suspends serie a and all sport activities

Yes, that's correct. On March 9, 2020, the Italian government announced that all sports activities, including Serie A, the top division of Italian football, would be suspended until April 3, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The decision was made after a meeting between the Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte, the Minister of Health Roberto Speranza, and the President of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) Gabriele Gravina.

The suspension of Serie A and all other sports activities was aimed at preventing the spread of the virus and protecting the health and safety of players, coaches, staff, and fans.

The suspension was later extended several times, with the most recent extension being until June 30, 2020. The Italian Football Federation has also announced that the Serie A season will be completed behind closed doors, with the remaining matches being played without fans in attendance.

The suspension of sports activities in Italy has had a significant impact on the country's sports industry, including the loss of revenue for clubs and leagues, as well as the disruption of training and competition schedules. However, the decision has been widely supported by health experts and authorities, who have emphasized the importance of taking measures to prevent the spread of the virus.