| SARS, which is keeping Canada at bay, could disrupt the presentation of individual NHL awards. The ceremony is traditionally scheduled to take place on June 12 in Toronto, where thirty-two deaths due to SARS have recently been recorded. However, the leadership of the league, represented by its vice-president Frank Brown, still claims that there is no talk of postponing the event. But if the disease spreads, this issue will have to be revisited.
Among the nominees for one of the Lady Byng Trophy prizes is a Russian hockey player. This is Alexander Mogilny, who plays for the club from Toronto, and they want to recognize him for his gentlemanly behavior on the ice. The most worthy candidate for the title of most valuable player is considered to be New Jersey Devils goaltender Martin Brodeur, who said that no SARS would stop him on his way to the ceremony.
One of the stages of Formula 1 racing, the Canadian Grand Prix, was also in jeopardy due to the epidemic. However, given that the race will be held in Montreal and not in Toronto, it was decided not to change the competition calendar. Denis VDOVIN
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