PGA Championship leaders will restart play at Wentworth?!

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The PGA Championship is in doubt following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Namely, the leaders of this competition are considering restarting the BMW PGA Championship. Their decision will be made in accordance with what other sports organizations also decide.

'We remain hopeful of restarting the BMW PGA Championship at some stage over the weekend.

We will take that decision once we have had the chance to review protocol guidance from Buckingham Palace in addition to aligning with what other major sporting events in the UK are doing. We will update you as soon as we have further information.'- organizers issued a statement, as quoted by BBC.

PGA statement

The PGA decided to send messages of condolence after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. They immediately made the decision not to hold the competition on Friday and will make decisions about the future of the tournament later.

'On behalf of our members and everyone connected with the European Tour group and the BMW PGA Championship, it is with great sadness that we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. 

She truly was an inspiration to people the world over. Out of respect for Her Majesty and the Royal Family, play has been suspended at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Club for the remainder of Thursday and flags at Wentworth Club will be lowered to half-mast. 

Furthermore, no play will take place the BMW PGA Championship on Friday and the golf course and practice facilities will be closed. 

Further updates on the resumption of play will be provided in due course. Our deepest sympathies and condolences are with the Royal Family at this time.'  

Let us remind you that Great Britain was enveloped in sadness yesterday after the news that Queen Elizabeth II passed away at the age of 96. Many competitions were postponed, and her death shook the whole world.

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