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Davis Cup Tie Between Canada and Israel in Halifax Closed to Fans
The Davis Cup tie was moved behind closed doors after local and national agencies raised security concerns amid protests by over 400 Canadian athletes and academics.
- On Tuesday, Tennis Canada CEO Gavin Ziv said the Davis Cup tie in Halifax will be played behind closed doors to safeguard those involved, in consultation with the International Tennis Federation.
- Local authorities and national security agencies warned of disruption risks, while four hundred academics and others urged Sport Canada and Tennis Canada on Aug. 18 to cancel amid Israel's military campaign.
- Fans who purchased tickets for the September 12-13 tie will receive refunds within 30 days, and the tie will be broadcast on TVA Sports and CBC's streaming services.
- Tennis Canada chief executive Gavin Ziv described the outcome as very disappointing but emphasized safety of athletes, fans and staff takes priority, and Tennis Canada said it looks forward to returning to Halifax with Team Canada in the coming years.
- Local security warnings and separate sports protests underscore escalating safety concerns as Tennis Canada bars spectators from the Halifax match, following Palestinian and Jewish Unity's request to Mayor Valérie Plante to bar the Israel-Premier Tech cycling team from Sunday's Grand Prix Cycliste de Montréal.
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Safety Concerns Lead to Closed Venue for Canada-Israel Davis Cup In a decision influenced by escalating security concerns, the Davis Cup World Group tie between Canada and Israel will be held without fans this weekend, according to Tennis Canada. The move follows recommendations from local authorities and national security agencies.The choice to play behind closed doors comes amid calls from over 400 Canadian athletes and academics, urging Tenni…
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right6Center9Last UpdatedBias Distribution52% Left
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C 29%
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