Serena wants assurances over plans for fans to attend French Open

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French organisers have announced up to 11,500 fans will be allowed to attend the grand slam. FMTNews

Serena Williams returns a shot to Maria Sakkari during the quarterfinals of the US Open yesterday.

Organisers had earlier said Roland Garros would allow 11,500 fans per day between three showcourts when the tournament starts on Sept 27 in a departure from numerous professional sports events that have barred spectators amid the Covid-19 pandemic. “They have to make the best decision for them, and I have to do what’s best for me. But I think it should be okay,” said Williams, who suffered blood clots and life-threatening pulmonary embolisms while giving birth to daughter Olympia in 2017.

The 38-year-old American, who is on a quest for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title, said she misses playing in front of the legions of fans who regularly support her but has largely adapted to the unusual circumstances at Flushing Meadows this year.

 

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