“This is bigger than sports” – Jon Jones takes down fans who question him on coronavirus fears

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13/3/2020 7:12 PM

UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones shared his concern over the coronavirus

The coronavirus has already affected millions around the globe and Jon Jones shared his concerns regarding the pandemic.

Several countries have confirmed flight restrictions with many in Italy facing a lock-down too.

Jon Jones Dominick Reyes best MMA streaming sites — Jon Jones has had his troubles with the law in the past (Getty)

Things have also affected several sports events with Dana White confirming that UFC events will go on but without the fans.

Some matches will also be shifted to the UFC Apex centre with the president claiming that the safety of all involved is important.

Jon Jones UFC 165 coronavirus — Jon Jones reacts to being poked in the eye by Alexander Gustafsson of Sweden during a Light Heavyweight title bout (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

The US also has been reeling with problems regarding the pandemic, and Jones posted several updates on the same.

Would appreciate you guys taking the time to talk to your little ones and love ones about the seriousness of this virus.

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

I spent over two hours today talking to them about the importance of being aware of their surroundings, not touching their face and continuously hand sanitizing/washing their hands.

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

However, the champion wasn’t happy with some of the responses from a few fans.

Jones took down a couple who tried to play down the incident and also highlighted some problems being faced in the country.

Meanwhile families are falling apart, you’re disgusting dude https://t.co/TxKQyMCHkw

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

Schools in Albuquerque are out for the next three weeks, can’t help but to sympathize for all the single parents out there completely lost on what to do. no school, no daycare and probably no job soon. This shit is scary

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

Trying to figure out ways I can help some of these parents in Albuquerque, feel free to send suggestions.

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

The champion also hit out at one fan and said that this was more important than fighting in the UFC.

I could give two shits about fighting right now, this is bigger than sports https://t.co/4XQf6XHXe0

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

Jones also thanked all those who shared helpful updates and decided to take up a new project too:

Everyone’s been sending me really great ideas, but I like this one the best so far. That will be one of my new projects, thank you https://t.co/4i99mKX0NN

— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 13, 2020

Major changes all around the world

While the UFC will continue with their fights, several leagues have decided to suspend their competitions.

The NBA was the first one to do so in America after Rudy Gobert tested positive for the coronavirus.

Many European leagues have also decided to call off their leagues for now with the Premier League being the latest one.

Alexander Gustafsson Jon Jones UFC 165 Hall of Fame — Jon Jones (top)punches Alexander Gustafsson of Sweden (bottom) during a Light Heavyweight titlebout during the UFC 232 event (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Most are expected to return to action after a month, and it will be interesting to see how quickly things get better.

Many cities have also cancelled large events and gatherings with sports events on the list. WWE is also facing such problems and will host its recent episode of SmackDown behind closed doors without fans.

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