Canada vs. Israel Davis Cup Tie Will Have No Fans for Security Reasons – Tennis Now

By Richard Pagliaro | Tuesday, September 9, 2025Photo credit score: Sarah Stier/Getty

Canada will host Israel in a Davis Cup World Group I tie performed behind closed doorways, Tennis Canada introduced in the present day.

When Canada hosts Israel in Halifax, no followers might be permitted.

Tennis Canada introduced the choice to play behind closed doorways was made in session with the Worldwide Tennis Federation in “gentle of escalating safety considerations.”

“Intelligence acquired from native authorities and nationwide safety companies, mixed with disruptions witnessed at different latest occasions each in Canada and internationally, indicated a danger of serious disruption to this occasion,” Tennis Canada mentioned. 

In an effort to make sure security of gamers, coaches, ball youngsters, employees and followers, Tennis Canada has chosen to play the tie in a closed venue.

“On the coronary heart of this troublesome resolution is our accountability to guard folks whereas making certain that this Davis Cup tie can nonetheless happen,” mentioned Gavin Ziv, Chief Government Officer, Tennis Canada. “We had been compelled to conclude that enjoying behind closed doorways was the one approach to each safeguard these concerned and protect the occasion itself.

“Whereas this end result may be very disappointing, it permits the tie to proceed in Halifax and ensures that our athletes can proceed to compete on the highest worldwide degree. We’re wanting ahead to returning to Halifax with Crew Canada within the coming years to make sure we are able to fulfill our mission of selling tennis and creating alternatives for followers and gamers to interact with the game in Nova Scotia and throughout the nation.”

For followers who already bought tickets “ticket holders for the tie will obtain a full refund inside 30 days,” Tennis Canada mentioned in an announcement.