SINGAPORE: The Singapore Tennis Open will now allow spectators for the semi-finals and finals on February 27 and 28, with the venue capacity capped at 250.

The organizers announced this on Wednesday (February 24), after previously stating that no spectators would be allowed. However, Lim Teck Yin, chairman of the organizing committee and CEO of Sport Singapore, told reporters last Friday that a mid-tournament review could be conducted to see if "conditions would allow" fans to attend the event on the final weekend.

READ: No spectators allowed at Singapore Tennis Open; daily COVID-19 tests for travelling players

Ticket sales opened at 6pm on Wednesday. 

Before attending the arena, all spectators will have to undergo a COVID-19 antigen rapid test (ART) at the Sports Hub Visitor Centre at OCBC Square. 

"Upon receiving a negative ART result, which may take about 30 minutes, spectators may proceed to the arena entrance for temperature checks and SafeEntry check-in using TraceTogether," said organisers. 

Spectators should be above six years old. They will not be allowed to change seats and intermingle between different groups, and they are required to wear a mask at all times. 

“Singapore Tennis Open has served a promising start and we received tremendous support from the tennis fraternity and local partners," said Mr Lim. 

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Edited March 2, 20224 yr by tammywilms