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The 2021 PGA
Championship in May will be played with approximately 10,000
spectators allowed on the course at Kiawah Island, S.C.
The PGA of America said Tuesday that the decision to admit a
limited number of fans for each round of the May 20-23
tournament was made in conjunction with the state of South
Carolina, MUSC Health and the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention.
"We're excited to welcome spectators back to the PGA
Championship this May in a way that is responsible and aligned
with current South Carolina health protocols," said PGA of
America President Jim Richerson. "While we wish we could
accommodate the sellout crowds who had purchased tickets, the
2021 PGA Championship will be steeped in gratitude as the best
players in the world compete on the historic Ocean Course at
Kiawah Island Golf Resort."
.".. While crowds will be smaller than originally planned, we
know the passion for golf in the Carolinas will create a
memorable atmosphere on-course and excitement throughout the
region."
Collin Morikawa will defend his 2020 PGA Championship, which he
won in August with no spectators present at TPC Harding Park in
San Francisco.
Fans, staff and volunteers attending the 2021 tournament will be
required to wear face coverings and maintain appropriate social
distancing.
--Field Level Media
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