Abstract
The global COVID-19 outbreak has had a significant impact on tennis. Movement restrictions imposed by governments have resulted in the suspension of the international tennis calendar. Once these restrictions have been relaxed, it may be possible to organise sporting competitions again with or, most likely in the short term at least, without spectators. The primary aim of this document is to set guidelines for minimum and recommended standards for the organisation of tennis competitions. This document has been developed in accordance with the WHO guidelines on the organisation of sports events and with input from the Chair of the ITF Sport Science & Medicine Commission. It is intended to supplement the existing organisational requirements for ITF events, rather than a substitute for them.
Highlights
The global COVID-19 outbreak has had a significant impact on tennis
Movement restrictions imposed by governments have resulted in the suspension of the international tennis calendar
This document has been developed in accordance with the WHO guidelines on the organisation of sports events and with input from the Chair of the ITF Sport Science & Medicine Commission
Summary
Due to the elevated risk posed by COVID-19 to older people and those with underlying health conditions, the ITF does not recommend the organisation of competitions for age groups 60 and above and we advise that any player with a medical condition that may elevate the risk of serious COVID-19 symptoms should be encouraged to avoid participation. The ITF recognises the threats to integrity associated with a return to tennis, and is working with the Tennis Anti-Doping Programme and the Tennis Integrity Unit to implement appropriate mitigation
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