THE HOT CORNER

1 AUTO RACING: The Texas circuit that hosts the Formula One U.S. Grand Prix and other series announced it is closing indefinitely because of concerns about the coronavirus. The Circuit of the Americas was supposed to host the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Americas on April 5 and the IndyCar Challenge on April 26. The F1 US Grand Prix remains scheduled for Oct. 25 if the season resumes.

2 BASEBALL: A minor-leaguer for the Yankees tested positive for the coronavirus, becoming the first known player affiliated with MLB to contract COVID-19. The team said the unidentified player had spent his entire time at the minor-league complex. Meanwhile, the Marlins became the first organization to completely close their complex.

3 SOCCER: The president of Switzerland’s soccer federation has tested positive for the coronavirus. The Swiss federation said 70-year-old Dominique Blanc got the results of a test on Sunday morning and isolated himself at his home.“I feel pretty good right now and have only mild flu symptoms,” Blanc said.

4 SOCCER: Professional soccer shut down in Mexico following Sunday’s matches, which were already being played with no fans present as a precaution due to the new coronavirus. The measure applies to the men’s top flight and second division as well as the fledgling women’s league. Soccer officials said in a statement that the suspension would remain in effect until it’s determined that it’s safe to restart play.

5 SOCCER: Brazil’s confederation suspended all competitions under its control due to the outbreak. The tournaments affected include the men’s Brazilian Cup, the top two tiers of the women’s Brazilian championship, and junior tournaments. The men’s top-tier Brazilian championship is scheduled to begin in April.