WGC Dell Match Play A Go: You Can Bring Your Very Own Hand Sanitizer, Just Don't Expect Autographs

With Friday’s SXSW cancellation in Austin, Texas, Steve DiMeglio gets answers on questions about the WGC Dell Match Play.

The event, which brings the top 64 or so golfers from around the world, is three weeks away but forging ahead despite a Coronavirus “local disaster” declaration by Mayor Steve Adler.

From DiMeglio’s story:

The Tour has established protocols for the safety of fans, volunteers and players, including equipping the event with extra hand-sanitizing stations at all restroom locations, along with stations positioned in high-traffic fan zones and in the volunteer headquarters.

Fans will be permitted to bring hand sanitizer into the tournament. Also, heightened cleaning practices with disinfectant in restrooms and food-vending areas will take place each night.

Further, the Tour said out of an overabundance of precaution, “some players may decline to sign autographs at the event. This is out of respect for the health and well-being of all involved, and the PGA Tour and its players greatly appreciate your understanding.”