Wimbledon set to be scrapped as ATP and WTA mull 6-week tennis ban: Report

Coronavirus pandemic has gripped world in more ways than one. fast-spreading disease has affected various sporting events across globe in recent weeks. NBA, NHL, MLS have already been affected by Coronavirus. Top football leagues in England, France, Italy and Germany have also been hit with various setbacks due to Coronavirus outbreak. US President Donald Trump has also issued a Europe travel ban on American citizens. Amidst all this chaos, it looks likely that Wimbledon will also take a hit in coming weeks.

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Wimbledon scrapped? 

Reports in Sun state that, All-England Club are reportedly reluctant to go ahead with Wimbledon tournament in absence of spectators in arena. Ultimately, this could result in a delay in start of  clay-court season and potentially affect French Open, which is scheduled to begin on May 24, 2020. A final call would be made after All-England Club consult with UK government and relevant health authorities. However, policy of major sporting events taking place behind-closed-doors will be given go-ahead across UK for next few weeks at least. last time that Wimbledon was cancelled was during Second World War. report furr adds that Wimbledon's insurance policies mean y can offer refunds to ticket holders and debenture holders in event of a cancellation. 

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