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Fortuna Prepares for Flexible Spectator Policies Amidst COVID-19
As the world continues to grapple with the ongoing pandemic, sports clubs, including Fortuna, are adapting their strategies to ensure a safe and organised spectator experience.
The club's financial situation remains healthy, particularly in terms of costs, and its administration is lean, which has enabled it to maintain operations during the corona crisis. The focus isn't solely on maintaining distance within the stadium but also on travel to and from games.
Fortuna has discussed various tools for adaptability and flexibility with its supervisory board, including potential implementations of spectator policies for sports clubs under COVID-19 restrictions. These strategies often include measures addressing both social distancing within venues and travel restrictions to limit infection risk.
One key strategy is limiting or excluding spectators, as seen in the 2021 Tokyo Olympics where no spectators were permitted from outside the host country. Another approach is reducing venue capacity, allowing for physical distancing, although some events later opted for no spectators at all. Domestic spectators only and outdoor spectator areas are also being considered.
Clubs and organizers are implementing flexible refund and rescheduling policies related to COVID-19 cancellations. Entry policies may require symptom checks or proof of vaccination to mitigate risk among attending spectators and participants. Medical planning coordination with health authorities and event medicine experts is critical for mass gatherings with many travelling spectators.
Clubs are preparing multiple solutions for potential developments in spectator attendance. Flexibility is key for clubs in preparing for changes in spectator policies. Initially, political figures intended to prohibit spectators until the end of October, but local authorities are now being consulted regarding potential implementations for spectator attendance.
The contracts of Fortuna's players are structured to remain affordable even after a relegation to the second division. The squad fits the club's needs, both in sports and economics, given the second division context. The focus of preparations is on ensuring a safe and organized spectator experience, with discussions involving maintaining safety measures for both spectators and the wider community.
The length of time Fortuna can continue to operate under current conditions isn't specified in the text. However, the health of Fortuna's financial situation allows it to respond to any imaginable developments. The season has allowed for a limited number of spectators, up to 20% of a stadium's capacity, and Fortuna has been working diligently to ensure it is well-prepared for any changes in spectator policies.
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