The NFL will honor Queen Elizabeth II before the 2022-23 season kicks off … with the league holding a moment of silence, TMZ Sports has learned.
Tributes throughout the sports world have been pouring in on Thursday … with many athletes, organizations and events sharing condolences over the passing of Her Majesty.
In addition to the NFL’s tribute, the BMW PGA Championship has suspended play until further notice … with organizers saying golf would be paused for the time being in the wake of the Queen’s death.
“Out of respect for Her Majesty and the Royal Family, play has been suspended at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Club for the remainder of Thursday, and flags at Wentworth Club will be lowered to half-mast,” a statement from the Tour reads, according to GOLF.com.
“Furthermore, no play will take place at the BMW PGA Championship on Friday, and the golf course and practice facilities will be closed.”
Thursday was the first day of the BMW PGA Championship tournament — which is held in Europe — and one of golf’s biggest names, Rory McIlroy, was competing in it.
As we reported, the Queen’s family rushed to be by her side once the palace announced she was under medical supervision at her estate in Scotland.
The Royal Family announced the 96-year-old Queen — the longest reigning monarch — ”died peacefully” hours later.
Another tribute took place at a match between FC Zurich and Arsenal … with a moment of silence after halftime.
Players from both clubs stood with their arms behind their backs … while fans in attendance followed suit by paying homage to the Queen.
An image of the Queen was also shown on a big screen … saying, “In memorial Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.”
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The Queen’s impact was certainly felt … evidenced by the reaction her passing is receiving from notable athletes like F1 star Lewis Hamilton, NFL quarterback Russell Wilson and pro boxers Tyson Fury and Jake Paul.
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Hamilton expressed concern about Queen Elizabeth’s well-being in the waning moments of her life … saying he was hoping for better news and calling her a “real fighter.”
“Dignity defined. An inspirational leader for many generations. Rest In Peace Queen Elizabeth II,” Paul tweeted.
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Meanwhile, Fury — who’s from the United Kingdom — posted a pic of the Queen in her younger days wearing her crown … saying he hopes God grants her a good bed in heaven.