Wednesday, 19 May 2021
The El Gouna International Squash Open that is due start in Egypt tomorrow will be a vital indicator for the three big events that will conclude the season - and will also represent another new step in the battle to keep elite sport happening during the COVID pandemic.
This Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Series Platinum event at Abu Tig Marina will feature a new reliance on rapid antigen, or lateral flow, testing to ensure to ensure the “bubble” in which all involved will be staying remains free from infection.
As usual for PSA events, a negative polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test is required before arrival in Egypt, with a further one required to enter the event bubble.