Paul McCartney forced to postpone Tokyo gig under doctors orders

Paul McCartney has been forced to cancel a scheduled gig in Japan, after being struck down with a virus after arriving in the country on a promotional visit.

The music legend was due to perform a live show at Tokyo's National Stadium on 17 May 2014, but after thanking Japanese fans for the 'warm welcome' to the country he issued a statement on his facebook page, announcing the cancellation of the gig. He wrote:

"Thank you for such a beautiful and warm welcome to your country.

"I've unfortunately had to postpone tonight’s show in Tokyo.

I came down with a virus on Friday and following a visit from doctors, I've been told not to perform tonight.

I am very sorry to all my fans as I was greatly looking forward to the concert, but the situation is out of my hands.

Along with the doctors, I'm doing all I can to ensure I will be better for tomorrow night's show and the rest of my time in Japan.

We are planning to replay this show on Monday. I really hope you can make it."