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Tim Bousquet @timbousquet.bsky.social

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The Davis Cup World Group I tie between Team Canada and Israel in Halifax, NS will be played in a closed venue format, without fans in attendance, it was confirmed on Tuesday. This decision was not taken lightly and was made in consultation with the International Tennis Federation (ITF). Tennis Canada acted in light of escalating safety concerns. Intelligence received from local authorities and national security agencies, combined with disruptions witnessed at other recent events both in Canada and internationally, indicated a risk of significant disruption to this event. Ensuring the safety of everyone involved, including athletes, fans, staff, volunteers, and minors, such as ball kids, remains our top priority. “At the heart of this difficult decision is our responsibility to protect people while ensuring that this Davis Cup tie can still take place,” said Gavin Ziv, Chief Executive Officer, Tennis Canada. “We were forced to conclude that playing behind closed doors was the only way to both safeguard those involved and preserve the event itself. While this outcome is very disappointing, it allows the tie to proceed in Halifax and ensures that our athletes can continue to compete at the highest international level. We are looking forward to returning to Halifax with Team Canada in the coming years to ensure we can fulfill our mission of promoting tennis and creating opportunities for fans and players to engage with the sport in Nova Scotia and across the country.”
sep 9, 2025, 3:34 pm • 48 7

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Trevor Bennett @tgabben.me

Per @landofsticks.bsky.social , pretty sure it's no longer eligible to receive tourism funds if it's not open to the public.

sep 9, 2025, 4:57 pm • 2 0 • view
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nigelnigel.bsky.social @nigelnigel.bsky.social

Cancel it.

sep 9, 2025, 5:56 pm • 0 0 • view
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Anne-azon 🇨🇦 #BuyCanadian @anne-azon.bsky.social

City needs to demand a refund.

sep 9, 2025, 5:23 pm • 1 0 • view
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Joeri Coppens @joericoppens.bsky.social

So the city is now funding events to promote tourism, while the event is behind closed doors?!?! That makes sense

sep 9, 2025, 4:25 pm • 5 0 • view
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Joe Sobo @joesobo.bsky.social

Council's decision should be clear now. And Tennis Canada is a bunch of cowards

sep 9, 2025, 4:29 pm • 1 0 • view