[Golf Topic] PGA Tour "COVID-19 Test Waived if Vaccinated"

[Asia Economy Kim Hyun-jun, Golf Specialist Reporter] ○... "Exemption from COVID-19 Testing."

The U.S. Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) Tour exempts vaccinated players and caddies from COVID-19 testing. On the 14th, U.S. ESPN reported, "The PGA Tour recently announced that players and caddies who are 14 days past their vaccination do not need to undergo COVID-19 testing before tournaments." This applies to all events on the PGA Tour, Champions (Senior) Tour, and Korn Ferry (2nd tier) Tour.

ESPN stated, "The PGA Tour does not mandate vaccination," but added, "This measure is expected to encourage players and caddies to get vaccinated." Currently, the PGA Tour conducts COVID-19 testing for players, caddies, coaches, trainers, agents, and all personnel entering tournament venues. Additionally, players who did not participate in the previous week's tournament must get tested at home before departure. "If all players are vaccinated, these procedures will be eliminated," the statement added.