Wimbledon also threatens to be postponed

The tour is scheduled from 29 June to 12 July, and at the moment the organiser AELTC has not yet taken an official position.

But, in the face of current uncertainty, AELTC spokesman Eloise Tyson has acknowledged that any events are under consideration.

“We are working closely with the authorities. Preparations for hosting the tournament this year continue”, Tyson said, conveys news.net.

But we must act responsibly, in the interest of all society. If the government asks us to cancel this edition, our security will ensure that we can restore ticket holders and hospitality packages”.

The story of Wimbledon, the only and last Grand Slam played in the grass, dates back more than 140 years and has never been cancelled in peacetime.

I think that at the moment priority should be the health of spectators and players”, the Frenchman said. ”We will evaluate all options, but the last decision will depend on the government”.