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“After months of consultation and scenario building with local and state health officials, we jointly decided that hosting the US Open without spectators would be the best opportunity to run the championship safely for all. The parties involved "USGA CEO Mike Davis said. “The excitement of the supporters and what their presence brings to the championship will be missed. We look forward to welcoming them again at the next editions of the US Open. "

"We have come a long way in the fight against COVID-19, and I am very proud of New Yorkers, who were able to rise to the occasion and play the game", Governor Andrew Cuomo said. “I'm happy to host the USGA for the US Open Championship at Winged Foot Golf Club next September, and while the tournament is different this year with the lack of fans and tightened security protocols, this event is a welcome spectacle for sports fans across the country and will help restore a sense of normalcy as we rebuild better than before. "

"We are grateful to all local and national officials as well as the members and staff of the Winged Foot Golf Club who have worked so hard to help us achieve our goal of welcoming fans this year."said Davis. “We appreciate all of their efforts and while we are disappointed, we know it was the right decision for the community and for the players. "

The USGA announced on April 6 that the 120th US Open, scheduled to be held June 18-21 on the West Winged Foot Course, had been postponed from September 17 to 20, and it announced in June that the championship would be would take place without the traditional qualifications.

"It won't be a typical US Open in many ways"said John Bodenhamer, the senior general manager of the USGA Championships. "Would it have been easier to just cancel or even move the 2020 Championship rather than playing it in what has been the epicenter of the virus in our country?" It's possible. But all of us at the USGA know how important the US Open is, and we weren't ready to give up playing it at Winged Foot Golf Club so easily. We take great pride in giving our competitors and champions a platform to pursue their dreams. Their perseverance motivates us, in this year when such tenacity means so much. "

"While we know we cannot replicate the experience on location, we will work diligently to bring the Championship to life for fans through our partnership with NBCUniversal and on our digital platforms.", said Craig Annis, brand director for the USGA. “We hope that crowning a US Open champion in September can serve as an inspiration and a little respite from world events for the millions of people who will watch at home and follow on their mobile devices. "

Tickets purchased directly through the USGA will be automatically refunded according to the payment method used to purchase the tickets. Additional information on reimbursement of USGA tickets are available here.

All fans who want to connect more with the Championship are encouraged to join the recently launched Victory Club, the very first fan club dedicated to the US Open. Membership is free and fans can celebrate the US Open all year round with virtual experiences, engaging content, and exclusive offers. The Victory Club will offer wider access than ever to the championship. Click here to learn more about the Victory Club.

Fans will also be able to follow the championship by watching the NBC / Golf Channel, downloading the US Open app, following @usopengolf on social media and downloading the USGA streaming app for connected devices.

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