A year after the US Open and US Womens Open were played without spectators due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the USGA leadership announced on Monday that it plans to reopen its doors to the general public, although on a limited basis.

USGA - US Open and US Womens Open: a limited number of spectators

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The two major USGA championships will host a "limited number of supporters" who will either have to show proof of vaccination or test negative for COVID-19 before their arrival.

California residents must prove they were vaccinated at least 14 days prior to the championship or show a negative test result. Out-of-state fans will be required to show proof of vaccination prior to the event. Whatever the vaccination status, wearing a mask is compulsory at all times on the site.

The US Womens Open will be held June 3-6 at the Olympic Club, while the US Open Men's will take place two weeks later, June 17-20, at Torrey Pines.

"Last year we missed the energy the fans brought to our US Open Championships"said John Bodenhamer, senior general manager of the USGA Championships. “We are grateful to our local and state health and safety officials in California to be able to welcome some fans again this year to attend this event where the world's greatest players will compete for the Cup. these prestigious championships, while working to maintain the health and safety of all participants. "

The PGA Tour has played several events with small crowds this year, while the Masters tournament has also seen limited attendance. The LPGA, meanwhile, has still not offered general admission tickets since the circuit resumed last July.

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