SANDWICH, England – Two weeks ago, players learned that the PGA Tour plans to stop onsite COVID-19 testing beginning at next month’s 3M Open as the United States continues to emerge from the pandemic.
But that progress is in dramatic contrast to the increased protocols players face at this week’s Open Championship.
In addition to PCR tests before being allowed on property at Royal St. George’s, players are required to stay within their own “exclusive use accommodation at all times (including dinner)” when not playing or practicing at Royal St. George’s and they must complete a daily health questionnaire before arriving each day.