JEFFERSON, S.D. -- Two South Dakota speedways reversed course Thursday and said they would hold their weekend races without spectators, after Gov. Kristi Noem warned fans against attending the sold-out events because of the coronavirus.
Park Jefferson International and The New Raceway Park released statements saying the races would take place as scheduled Saturday and Sunday nights in Jefferson, near the Iowa border, but that fans wouldn't be allowed to attend.
New Raceway Park said on Facebook that it came under "pressure" from the governor's office, county and health officials, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.