Paris Terror Attack: Sportstars Lend Solidarity on Twitter to 'Innocent People's Sufferings'
The sporting world tweeted their solidarity with the victims of the terror attacks in Paris on Friday. Close to 150 died in the French capital in one of worst-ever incidents of terrorism.
The terror attack at several locations in Paris on Friday, including one outside Stade de France where a France-Germany international football friendly was going on, has drawn criticism and solidarity from top international sportspersons on social media. (France Friendly Against Germany Played to Finish Despite Terror Attack)
Close to 150 people are feared dead in the French capital in a terror attack that has shocked the world. French forward Anthony Martial, who plays for Manchester United, was playing in the friendly match when the attack took place. He took to Twitter to express his grief.
He uploaded a picture of 'Pray for Paris' to pay respect to all those who died in the heinous attack.
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- Anthony Martial (@AnthonyMartial) November 14, 2015
Another French football great Thierry Henry said he was 'appalled' at the terror attacks which has shrouded his compatriots in grief.
I'm appalled by the shocking scenes in Paris at the moment. My thoughts are with all the victims and innocent people suffering right now.
- Thierry Henry (@ThierryHenry) November 13, 2015
Basketball great LeBron James too expressed shock at the attacks which led to loss of many innocent lives.
As I get ready for my game I can't help but to think of the tragedy in Paris! My God what's up with people. Prayers sent to all the familes!
- LeBron James (@KingJames) November 13, 2015
James was joined by several other top sportspersons from the world of tennis, golf, cycling, baseball, who all were in grief after the terror attacks.
My thoughts and prayers are with the people and families of Paris! #PrayForParis ????
- Caroline Wozniacki (@CaroWozniacki) November 13, 2015
Absolutely despicable what has happened/is happening in Paris. These people are sick. #PrayForParis
- John Isner (@JohnIsner) November 13, 2015
Praying for those affected. Keep loved ones close always #PrayForParis pic.twitter.com/nHgcPpnz6b
- Jordan Spieth (@JordanSpieth) November 14, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with all the people in Paris. Todo mi apoyo a toda la gente de Paris. #PrayForParis #JeSuisParis
- Pau Gasol (@paugasol) November 13, 2015
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- Jean-Daniel AKPA (@JDAkpa) November 14, 2015
#wtf we are living in a crazy world!!! ???????????? let us pray for the ppl in Paris!!! #shocked pic.twitter.com/uv6y3tdQMJ
- Kevin-Prince Boateng (@KPBofficial) November 13, 2015
Paris :( thoughts and prayers..
- Sania Mirza (@MirzaSania) November 14, 2015