COVID-safe rules for Australian Open unveiled
New details have emerged of the plan to keep fans safe at the Australian Open - these are the COVID-safe rules fans you’ll have to follow.
Tennis
by PETER ROLFE
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Spare seats will buffer groups of fans at the Australian Open as tennis chiefs serve up the biggest sporting event staged before spectators in the coronavirus era.
With fewer tickets than ever for Victoria's tennis showpiece, organisers expect several days to sell out and have created strict rules for fans and players to ensure the event is COVID-safe.
Players will be urged to tap racquets rather than high five and wear face shields in private areas off-court when the event begins on Monday.