The Masters will be this years final major occasion on the PGA Tour. The U.S. Open is set up for Sept. 17-20 in Mamaroneck, New York. The Open Championship, originally planned to be played July 16-19, was canceled due to the fact that of the pandemic.
It wasnt clear at that time if fans would be allowed to attend. Ridley noted, “Our future strategies are incumbent upon beneficial counsel and direction from health authorities.”
The 2020 Masters will mark the very first time the tournament has actually been played outside the month of April given that 1939. The competition was canceled for 3 straight years from 1943 to 1945 because of World War II.
The Masters will be this years final major occasion on the PGA Tour. Collin Morikawa won the PGA Championship last weekend. The U.S. Open is arranged for Sept. 17-20 in Mamaroneck, New York. The Open Championship, initially planned to be played July 16-19, was canceled since of the pandemic.
Augusta National Golf Club announced Wednesday that the 2020 Masters Tournament will not allow fans on the grounds throughout this years event from Nov. 9-15.
Chairman Fred Ridley issued a statement on the choice:
” Since our initial statement to hold off the 2020 Masters, we have actually remained committed to a rescheduled Tournament in November while continuously analyzing how finest to host a global sporting event amidst this pandemic. As we have thought about the issues facing us, the health and safety of everyone connected with the Masters always has actually been our very first and crucial priority.
” Throughout this process, we have actually sought advice from health authorities and a range of subject matter professionals. Eventually, we identified that the possible risks of welcoming patrons and guests to our premises in November are simply too significant to conquer.”
Ridley said the club is enthusiastic to have fans on the grounds for the 2021 Masters next April.
This years Masters was initially set up for April 9-12 however was held off due to the fact that of the coronavirus pandemic.
Ridley revealed April 6 that Augusta National Golf Club “determined” the week of Nov. 9-15 as the most likely dates for the tournament.
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