Dimitrov gets coronavirus after ‘reckless’ tennis charity event

Addis Ababa, June 22, 2020 (FBC) -Bulgarian tennis player Grigor Dimitrov has tested positive for the coronavirus after taking part in a charity event organised by men’s top-ranked player Novak Djokovic.

Dimitrov pulled out of the regional exhibition tournament – which had sparked criticism for lack of safety precautions – in Croatia on Saturday following his opening singles match, after feeling unwell.

The event’s Sunday final was cancelled as a result.

“I want to … let my fans and friends know that I tested positive … for COVID-19,” Dimitrov wrote on Instagram on Sunday.

“I am so sorry for any harm I might have caused … Thanks for your support and please stay safe and healthy.”
Fans who had gathered to watch the final on Sunday broke into jeers as the cancellation was announced courtside.

“Unfortunately, we had to make the decision as we don’t want anybody else to catch the virus,” said Goran Ivanisevic, director of the tour’s Zadar leg and Djokovic’s coach, who made the announcement.

Djokovic’s younger brother Djordje, the director of the series, said everyone who has been in contact with Dimitrov would be tested for COVID-19.

Source: Aljazeera