X Games canceled amid COVID-19 pandemic

Organizers announced the cancellation of the X Games Minneapolis Friday.

"The safety of all the athletes, staff and spectators is our top priority, and we will continue to closely monitor the situation for all X Games," organizers said in a statement.

The X Games, an extreme sports event, is held annually.

Last year, hundreds of athletes participated in the event.

Hundreds of athletes to take part in X Games in Minneapolis