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Travelers Championship will continue in Connecticut as planned PGA Commissioner says, despite three positive coronavirus tests; Koepka, Simpson among those who withdraw

CROMWELL — The 2020 Travelers Championship will continue as planned this week in Connecticut, despite a golfer and two caddies testing positive for coronavirus.

PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan flew to Connecticut Wednesday following the positive tests of player Cameron Champ and two caddies, to address the media and fans. He said the event at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell will continue, but the Tour will continue to adjust its safety protocol.

Brooks Koepka, the fourth-ranked golfer in the world, and Graeme McDowell, a former U.S. Open champ withdrew from the Travelers Championship on Wednesday after their caddies tested positive for coronavirus.