The situation worsens as the tennis world Roland-Garros approaches in 2021. Due to the postponement of one week, the Grand Slam event on clay has messed up the game plans of many players. To compensate for this delay, the Minister of Sport Jean-Michel Blanquer has now published good news.
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Officials used to believe the postponement would help them attract more live viewers. Now the numbers are out and they look more than convincing.
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In the halls of Roland-Garros in 2021, 35% of the spectators will be fully occupied
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, there are restrictions on mass gatherings. In accordance with the protocols and in close collaboration with the government, the Australian Open successfully received a live audience.
Likewise, the second Grand Slam of the year, the French Open, will have a large number of spectators on the pitch. This is definitely a positive note for the players.
–In the first ten days, the sports minister promised up to 1,000 spectators to three main dishes from Roland Garros. Jean-Michel Blanquer added that the smaller rooms would take up 35% of their capacity.
That’s not all, as the clay court season finale has bigger plans for important games. When the French Open reach the quarter-finals, the number of spectators allowed will increase dramatically.
Ace for BlanquerThe dishes by Philippe Chatrier and Suzanne Lenglen will see 65% of the audience of its capacity. However, they have an upper limit of 5,000 people.
According to Sports Minister Jean-Michel Blanque, each Roland Garros court may be 35% occupied with a limit of 1,000 spectators at the beginning of Roland Garros.
The limit will be increased to 65% – max. 5000 fans per seat – June 9th (Wednesday, 2nd week).
– Nikolaus Fink (@NikolausFink) 2. May 2021
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Conversely, other smaller courts will not worry about the cap and will take 65% of their seat. This will indefinitely appear to be an overcrowded crowd following the safe distance protocol.
This gives players who are tired of playing in empty seats a much needed confidence boost. In addition, it offers a well-deserved farewell to this year’s clay swing.
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–Who are the favorites for the French Slam this year?
The 13-time Roland Garros record holder, the Spaniard Rafael Nadal, will continue his 14th title. If he wins, he will cross Roger Federer and become the only man with 21 Grand Slam singles titles.
–To challenge the Spaniard, the Serbian world champion Novak Djokovic will do his best again. Austrian ace Dominic Thiem is also one of the most promising candidates for the French Grand Slam.
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Above all, the high number of live viewers will make the tournament more lively and interesting. Let’s see who will win the Roland Garros title this year.
What’s your favorite for the Paris Slam?
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