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R&A chief planning to go ahead. This still doesn't sound like a done deal. Or is it?

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The 149th Open will go ahead at Royal St George's in July, with or without spectators.

R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers issued the defiant and optimistic prediction to Sky Sports News, although he "strongly believes" The Open Championship needs the fans to be in attendance.

 

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The 149th Open will go ahead at Royal St George's in July, with or without spectators.

 

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I think they'll have it. Though I heard they didn't have it last year mostly because they lose money without spectators.

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8 minutes ago, iacas said:

I think they'll have it. Though I heard they didn't have it last year mostly because they lose money without spectators.

I believe what you saying regarding fans in the stands and losing money.  

I would think with the TV revenue they bring in it would not matter if there were fans in the stands. 

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I really hope they have the British Open this year. It's my favorite tournament to watch because I really enjoy seeing the players on links style courses and everything that brings.

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11 minutes ago, djake said:

I believe what you saying regarding fans in the stands and losing money.  

I would think with the TV revenue they bring in it would not matter if there were fans in the stands. 

NBC Sports Acquires British Open in 12-Year Deal - Sports Media Watch 

This contract is for $50M per year dating back to 2006 with the contract starting in 2017 for 12 years.

It's just what I've heard. Maybe the sponsors feel they lose money, I don't know. Maybe it was an excuse…? Maybe it's real. It's likely not something they want to talk about too much if it's true.

Glad they're looking to have it in 2021.

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4 minutes ago, iacas said:

It's just what I've heard. Maybe the sponsors feel they lose money, I don't know. Maybe it was an excuse…? Maybe it's real. It's likely not something they want to talk about too much if it's true.

Glad they're looking to have it in 2021.

Me to.  I really enjoy The Open.  Getting up early in the morning, having a nice cup of coffee.  Lot's of fond memories of enjoying this with my Father.  

Also, my wife really gets into The Open.  She cheers and groans, it's blast and such a wonderful time watching it with her.

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The last time the Open was held there the winner was Darren Clarke.  His initials, in roman numerals, represent 600.  That may, or may not, be important.

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3 hours ago, Darkfrog said:

I really hope they have the British Open this year. It's my favorite tournament to watch because I really enjoy seeing the players on links style courses and everything that brings.

RSG is one of the best courses in the rota. Difficult, undulating fairways, good green design and lots of dunes. A bit of an idiosyncratic type of club. The whole place is pretty as hell though. 

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3 hours ago, Darkfrog said:

I really hope they have the British Open this year. It's my favorite tournament to watch because I really enjoy seeing the players on links style courses and everything that brings.

RSG is one of the best courses in the rota. Difficult, undulating fairways, good green design and lots of dunes. A bit of an idiosyncratic type of club. The whole place is pretty as hell though. 

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More convincing statements from R&A chief.

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“We are focused on staging The 149th Open at Royal St George’s from 11-18 July 2021 and on delivering a fantastic Championship for the country and the world of golf. I would like to assure you our fans as well as our players, officials, patrons, partners, contractors and suppliers that we will do all we can to make this summer’s Championship a huge success.

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A message to The Open’s fans from Martin Slumbers, Chief Executive of The R&A, on The 149th Open.

 

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