BNP Paribas Tennis Open taking steps to address Coronavirus COVID-19

One of California's biggest professional tennis tournaments,  the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, has just announced a major response to the spread of the Coronavirus COVID-19.

The men's and women's professional tennis tournament, often referred to as the tennis world's 5th major, is scheduled for March 8 - 21, 2020.

Event organizers are offering refunds for tickets already purchased or an option to use them as a credit for the 2021 tournament.

Additional actions include:

• Installation of more than 250 hand sanitation stations throughout the facility.
• Players, and not ball kids, will be required to manage their own towels on court. Ball kids will not touch or move the towels.
• Ball kids, restaurant and food supply workers, and volunteers at ticket entrances will wear gloves.
• N95 masks are being secured for first aid and health personnel.
• Organized player and fan interaction will be limited.
• All common areas will be cleaned daily with antivirals.
• Coordinating with a local hospital and CDC approved testing for all individuals with symptoms.

For more information: Statement Regarding Coronavirus