In response to the declaration of emergency for 1 metropolitan area and 3 prefectures, the Japan Rugby Union will hold major tournaments such as the top league that will open this month with sufficient infection control measures as scheduled. Was shown.
In response to the state of emergency being declared for one metropolitan area and three prefectures on the 7th, the Japan Rugby Union has been studying the main tournament management methods.
As a result, the final of the National High School Rugby Tournament to be held in Osaka Prefecture on the 9th, the final of the National University Championship to be held at the Tokyo National Stadium on the 11th of this month, and the top league starting nationwide on the 16th are scheduled. It was revealed that it will be held as it is.
On top of that, in addition to calling for a quick return home at the venue, the Top League says that all teams and venues will be assigned personnel specializing in infection control to prevent infection.
Also, for the National University Championships and Top Leagues, purchasers of tickets sold so far can visit the venue, but will be refunded to those who wish.
Kensuke Iwabuchi, Managing Director of the Japan Rugby Union, said, "We recognize that this declaration of emergency is not a request to limit the activities of sports themselves. It is a major premise that we will take sufficient measures against infection and not burden medical resources. I want to hold the tournament itself while observing. "
"It is a major premise to ensure the safety and security of the people involved. If you have to take the option of no audience, do not hesitate."