Ever since the PGA TOUR announced June 11 as its return date from the COVID-19 schedule suspension, my opinion has ping-ponged on a daily, even hourly, basis as to whether I’m more optimistic or pessimistic about the possibility.
The pros: Golf itself can easily be a social distancing experience; on-site population with no fans might only number 600-700; and the TOUR seems determined to provide these opportunities for players and please title sponsors, neither of which should be overlooked.
The cons: Quick, easy testing for those involved still isn’t readily available; an aggressive travel schedule will provide issues; and the domino effect of positive cases could be one that shuts it all down at some point — or at least slows the process.