This archive report was first published on 2 July 2020.
Published on July 2, 2020, the French Open has announced plans to allow up to 20,000 spectators to attend each day of the tournament, despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The French Tennis Federation (FFT) has stated that the number of spectators allowed inside the stadium will be 50 percent to 60 percent of its usual capacity, ensuring that barrier measures are respected.
However, the FFT has warned that rules regarding attendance could be tightened in the event of another outbreak in the country.
“However, if the situation requires more stringent hygiene standards that force us to reduce the number of spectators on site, the tournament organisers will refund any supplementary tickets sold,” the FFT added.
The French Open is set to start on September 27 and finish on October 11, with tickets to go on sale on July 9.
The tournament will maintain its qualifying event in the week before the main draw, unlike the US Open.
Rafael Nadal will be bidding for a record-extending 13th men’s singles crown, with Australian Ashleigh Barty defending the women’s title.
