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World Service,05 Apr 2020,24 mins

Coronavirus: How is it affecting the mental health of athletes?

Sportsworld

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We discuss the impact the coronavirus is having on the mental well-bring of athletes and across sport. Lee James is joined by former West Ham and Wales midfielder turned MLS side Atlanta United Academy coach Jack Collison. Along with former Aston Villa player welfare and liaison officer Lorna McClelland. We explore what athletes are doing to support each other and keep themselves busy. Jeremy Snape, who is now a sport psychologist, talks about the mental challenges facing athletes during the pandemic. And bowler for English County cricket team Warwickshire, Olly Hannon-Dalby, tells us about the #MakeTheCall initiative - which aims to reach out and talk to vulnerable members of the community who may be isolating. Picture: An empty football pitch in England (Getty Images).

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