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‘Sport Is Not Important Right Now’: Wisconsin Athletes Understand Why Sports Are On Hold

Athletes at all levels have been affected by the new coronavirus. University of Wisconsin-Madison swimmer Beata Nelson was preparing for the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships before they were canceled due to the pandemic. Nelson, who’s from Fitchburg, won national titles in three events last year. She holds the American record in the women’s 100-yard backstroke.