Magic Weekend still 'in our plans for 2020' - but next month's event is off

Wigan's Zak Hardaker kicks a goal at the Magic Weekend in Liverpool last year

The event, in which all six games are played at one venue over the weekend, was due to take place in Newcastle on May 23-24.

There is no new date, or venue, for when it will be rearranged but tickets already bought will be transferable.

Super League executive chairman Robert Elstone said: “It’s regrettable that Super League has had to make this decision - but in light of the current situation, it is sadly unavoidable.

“Our fans will be disappointed because they were all looking forward to returning to Newcastle; however, Magic is still firmly in our plans for 2020, with St James’ Park, at a later date, one of the options being considered.”

Last year's Magic Weekend was staged at Liverpool's Anfield. Previous venues, as well as Newcastle, were Cardiff, Edinburgh and Manchester.

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