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Paris: The world of sport pays tribute to attack victims

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Tribute at the Unicef charity matchImage source, AP

The world of sport has been paying tribute to the victims of Friday's attacks in Paris.

Respects were paid at sporting events all around the world.

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At David Beckham's Unicef charity match in Manchester, the crowd stood silent to pay tribute to those who lost their lives.

Former England Captain, David Beckham who was playing in the match, said it was the right thing to do.

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David Beckham pays tribute to the Paris attack victims

Great Britain and Ireland and the Rest of the WorldImage source, Getty Images
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The two teams taking part in the David Beckham charity match at Old Trafford hold a minute's silence

Sydney fansImage source, Getty Images
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Sydney FC fans held up a French flag during a silence prior to their Australian league match

Australia cricket teamImage source, Getty Images
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Australian cricket players stood in silence during day two of their Test match against New Zealand

Benjamin HerbertImage source, Getty Images
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French golfer Benjamin Hebert had a message for Paris on his cap while out playing

Melbourne City and AdelaideImage source, Getty Images
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Melbourne City FC (right) and Adelaide (left) - Australian Women's football teams stand for a minute's silence before their match

Cheltenham jockey armbandImage source, Paul Struthers
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Jockeys at the horse racing in Cheltenham wore armbands as a mark of respect

England v New Zealand, Rugby League
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A minute's silence was held before England's rugby league game against New Zealand

Romain GrosjeanImage source, Romain Grosjean
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French Formula 1 driver Romain Grosjean wore an armband during practice for the Brazilian Grand Prix

The scene before a National Hockey League match between Washington Capitals and Calgary FlamesImage source, Washington Capitals
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A National Hockey League match in America between Washington Capitals and Calgary Flames

FC BarcelonaImage source, Barcelona
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A minute's silence was held at every event at FC Barcelona on Saturday

Swindon Town and Scunthorpe hold a minute's silenceImage source, Reuters
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Swindon Town and Scunthorpe stand in silence before their League One match

Worcester and La RochelleImage source, Getty Images
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Worcester Warriors and La Rochelle pay their respects before their European Rugby Challenge Cup match