Spectators will be allowed back into some sports events in England from next week as coronavirus prevention measures are tested ahead of a planned wider reopening of stadiums in October.
Domestic cricket on July 26-27 is set to be the first sport that fans are allowed to watch in person since March. Some spectators will also be allowed into the world snooker championship in Sheffield from July 31 and the Glorious Goodwood horse racing festival on August 1 is also part of a Government scheme piloting the return of fans.
“From October we intend to bring back audiences in stadia ... In a Covid-secure way subject to the successful outcome of pilots,” British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in Downing Street on Friday.
Stadium capacities will still be restricted and staggered entry times, social distancing measures and one-way systems will be required.