On March 17, the PGA TOUR made the announcement that due to the ongoing health crisis related to COVID-19, all PGA TOUR events through May 10th have been cancelled.
Furthermore, the PGA of America has postponed the PGA Championship May 14th – 17th for a date later this year, to be announced.
With this news, Sean Sovacool, Tournament Director, wanted to give an update on the 2020 Bermuda Championship, which remains scheduled for October 26th to November 1st.
Sovacool in the statement said, “First and foremost, the health and safety of everyone associated with the Bermuda Championship and our community will continue to be our No. 1 priority as we navigate the impact of COVID-19.
Naturally, this is a very fluid situation that requires constant review, communication and transparency. As we prepare for our event this fall, we will continue to monitor information provided by the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control, along with local authorities. On a regular basis, we will provide status updates, including any additional protocols put in place to ensure the health and safety of all in attendance as we get closer to our tournament.
We encourage our fans to stay informed about developments related to the novel coronavirus through official sources such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website and the Bermuda Government."