This was reported on the official website of ISU.
“The ISU received a message from the Korea Skating Union that a skating rink was closed in Seoul and all competitions were canceled. Thus, ISU will not be able to host the World Cup on schedule, ”the statement said.
The world championship was to be held in Seoul from March 13 to 15.
Earlier, President of the International Hockey Federation (IIHF) Rene Fasel expressed the hope that the 2020 World Hockey Championship would not have to be transferred due to coronavirus.