"The WSL is committed to prioritizing the safety of the athletes, staff and surrounding community above all else, and is working closely and transparently with the Hawaii State Department of Health to determine the path forward."
The World Surf League just kicked off its 2020/21 season amidst much applause but a fatal shark incident and now “positive Covid-19 test result within the WSL staff, including CEO Erik Logan” has allegedly canceled the Pipe Masters.
Per the press release:
The WSL has decided to suspend the Billabong Pipe Masters presented by Hydro Flask competition as a result of positive COVID-19 tests within the WSL staff, including WSL CEO Erik Logan.
The WSL is committed to prioritizing the safety of the athletes, staff and surrounding community above all else, and is working closely and transparently with the Hawaii State Department of Health to determine the path forward.
As part of the league’s COVID Safety Plan, anyone who has returned a confirmed positive test is self-isolating until they are cleared, and contact tracing protocols have been fully implemented. The WSL does not believe that any athletes have been exposed and will continue to execute the safety protocols.
But what does this mean? Suspended for a few days? Weeks? Canceled? Very confusing and the wording in the press release does not help.
Does CEO Erik Logan have Covid?
Much worry and concern. The World Surf League press office has been contacted. More as the story develops.