The $40,000-Chennai Open 2005, scheduled from January 3-9, will be held ‘‘as scheduled,’’ despite Chennai being hit by the Tsunami.Doubts of a postponement were put to rest by event promoter International Management Group. Speaking to The Indian Express Ravi Krishnan, senior international vice president-IMG, informed ‘‘the stadium is okay and so is the airport and I see no reason why the event should be postponed.’’When asked if the ATP had enquired about Chennai’s status, Krishnan answered in the negative. ‘Not yet, but I am sure there will be enquires tomorrow. It surely would be a concern as international players would think twice before coming, but as on Sunday there has been no such communication of withdrawals,’’ Krishnan added.He explained that a detailed report of the situation in Chennai was ready. ‘‘If things settle I am sure the ATP would also not have a problem, But then it’s wait and watch until Monday.’’
