The ATP has shut down for six weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak.
The ATP faced criticism from players and tournament directors about their lack of initiative in response to the compounding COVID-19 virus.
This contrasts the action of the ITF, which reacted swiftly to the global threat by canceling the Fed Cup finals in Budapest next month, as well as playoff matches in eight other cities.
The Indian Wells Masters, Miami Open and several other minor tournaments have also been canceled as the virus continues to spread. Currently, over 1,282 people have been infected in the U.