Affected by the epidemic, the Golf British Open was cancelled for the first time after World War II

ChinaNews.net client April 7th local time, the golf British Open organizer announced that the original British Open scheduled to be held at the Royal St. George Golf Club in England on July 16 was cancelled. It is reported that this is the first time since the end of World War II that this long-standing event originated in 1860 was cancelled.

Screenshot of the official website of the British Open.

Tournament organizers said that they have reviewed all possible options for hosting the British Open this year, but found that it was not feasible.

According to the original plan, the British Open is the fourth and final Grand Slam of the year. The CEO of the event said, "Our absolute priority is to protect the health and safety of fans, players, officials, volunteers and staff participating in the Open. We realize that this will disappoint many, but we must Take responsible actions during the pneumonia epidemic. "

The other three Grand Slam officials also postponed the time of the event. Among them, the PGA Championship will be held on August 6-9, which will be the first Grand Slam tournament this year. The US Open will be held from September 17-20, and the US Masters will be held from November 12-15. (Finish)