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ESPN’s chief tennis analyst John McEnroe He said he has tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 and that he will miss some time to cover the US Open Tennis Championships.
“Unfortunately, after feeling a little under the weather, I tested positive for COVID,” McEnroe said in a statement Tuesday. “I’m watching the US Open from home and can’t wait to get back to work soon.”
ESPN said it wishes the best for the Tennis Hall of Famer and “looks forward to welcoming him back when he’s ready.”
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, People who test positive for Covid should stay at home and isolate from others for at least five days. People who have moderate or severe cases need to isolate for at least 10 days.
McEnroe’s younger brother, Patrick, who is also an ESPN broadcaster, tested positive for coronavirus In March 2020.
John McEnroe joined the network for its first US Open coverage in 2009. As a player, McEnroe won four of his seven Grand Slam singles titles at the US Open.
The final tennis major of the year began on Monday and will conclude on September 10.