We seen a number of events in tech that were rescheduled or postponed mostly with the ongoing outbreak of NCoV ARD and no wonder that Predator Philippines also made a move on one of 2020's most anticipated gaming events.
Earlier in their social media post, they announced the postponement of Asia Pacific Predator Leagie Finals 2020 which first scheduled this February 22 to 23 2020 at Mall of Asia Arena
They mentioned that there will be updates on it's dedicated website on the tournament rules and for the reuse and reimbursement of tickets. They are targetting to resume the e-sports action this June or July 2020.
You can read their full and official statement here:
"Acer announced that the Asia Pacific Predator League 2020 tournament has been postponed in the interest of the health and well-being of the tournament’s competitors, spectators, and staff during this period. Almost 20,000 tickets have already been sold for the tournament, which was originally scheduled to take place in Manila, Philippines from February 19th to 23rd. It is being tentatively rescheduled to June or July. Acer will continue to closely monitor the coronavirus (2019-nCoV) situation and further announce when an exact date has been determined.
Acer has long been committed to the development of Esports, and actively participating in and supporting international Esports events. It has also hosted the Asia Pacific Predator League Esports Tournament for two years. As a result of these efforts, substantial growth has been made across the gaming segment in the region during 2019, including year-on-year growths of 239% in the Philippines, 154% in Vietnam, and 77% in India.
Updates to the tournament rules that arise as a result of this change of schedule will be announced on the league’s official website shortly, along with information about the reuse and/or reimbursement of tickets. Contestants will be directly contacted with notices of important updates and when a new date has been established.
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