Golf Channel · Jul 15, 2020
LPGA preparing for fans, pro-ams despite growing coronavirus pandemic
The LPGA remains prepared to open its gates to fans early in its restart in Ohio amid the growing coronavirus pandemic.
LPGA commissioner Mike Whan said Wednesday that he will probably know within 48 hours whether the Marathon Classic will allow spectators for tournament rounds Aug. 6-9 at Highland Meadows Golf Club in suburban Toledo.
“They’re waiting for some local health input on that, but we’re good to go,” Whan said. “We’ve got a plan whether we have fans or not.”
The news comes with the PGA Tour amid back-to-back events in Ohio, with no fans allowed at either event. It comes just a few days after the PGA Tour announced it won’t allow fans for the remainder of its wraparound season.