Breeders' Cup Limited outlined a detailed set of health and safety protocols put in place to mitigate the risks associated with COVID-19 for the limited staff, participants and essential personnel who will be onsite at the 2020 Breeders' Cup World Championships at Keeneland Race Course Nov. 6-7.
This plan was developed in consultation with Keeneland, local and state government officials, and public health experts, including Dr. Richard Greenberg–Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, at the University of Kentucky School of Medicine. The plan closely follows the guidance established by the Healthy at Work requirements for venues and event spaces, bars and restaurants established by the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Last month, Breeders' Cup announced that the event will be run without spectators and attendance would be limited to racing participants and essential personnel only.
“The health and safety of our participants, employees, athletes, associates and the broader Lexington community are our top priorities,” said Breeders' Cup President and CEO Drew Fleming.
Dr. Greenberg added, “The important health and safety measures and capacity restrictions that Breeders' Cup and Keeneland have put in place for this year's event, including testing, face coverings, physical distancing and medical screening requirements, will go a long way in protecting the wellbeing of the limited number of attendees.”
For the detailed outline of protocols for the 2020 World Championships, click here.
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