The Malta Amateur Athletics Association (MAAA) announced that Saturday’s Challenge Three meeting will be held behind closed doors at the Matthew Micallef St John Stadium in Marsa.
The decision was taken following the issue of a Legal Notice
by the Health Authorities that bans spectators from sporting events.
“Local developments related to the current spread of COVID
19 are becoming ever-more a cause of concern,” the MAAA said in a statement.
“Not least to Sport and the holding of active competition.
On Saturday, 8 August 2020, following the holding of the National Championships
for the younger categories, the Malta Amateur Athletics Association will be
taking extra precautions in line with the provisions contained in Legal Notice
322 of 2020.
“The MAAA, have taken the hard decision to close its doors
to spectators during tomorrow’s final Challenge 3 event as well as during
training.
“Coaches and athletes will be permitted. However, must
observe social distancing and the wearing of face masks, as advocated by the
Health authorities and required by law.”
The MAAA warned that if these precautionary measures are not
followed it will not hesitate to cancel its events.
“Should it become apparent that precautionary measures are
not being taken, there will not be any hesitation to cancel the competition
this Saturday there and then, with action to follow regarding the planned
National Championships on August 22 and 23.
“We trust you understand, that this decision was taken with
heavy hearts,” the MAAA concluded.
