Nishikori tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of US Open

Monday, 17 August 2020 10:54

Japan's Kei Nishikori has tested positive for COVID-19 while in Florida - just two weeks ahead of the US Open.

The 30-year-old former world number four has been staying at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida.

The tennis star has pulled out of the upcoming Western & Southern Open, a warm-up tournament for many before the Grand Slam.

Taking to his app, he said he is "feeling well and has very little symptoms, but will obviously be in complete isolation for the safety of everyone".

Nishikori added that he will get tested again on Friday, before a decision on US Open status is taken.

More from Sports

Arsenal go top as title race goes down to final day

Arsenal's Leandro Trossard capitalised on dreadful defending to secure a 1-0 win against Manchester United that saw the Gunners climb back to the top of the Premier League, ensuring the title race will be decided on the final day.
Pogacar retains overall Giro D'Italia lead

UAE Team Emirates rider Tadej Pogacar has retained his overall lead after Dutchman Olav Kooij won stage nine of the Giro d'Italia on Sunday, pipping Jonathan Milan by half a wheel right at the finish line in a breathless sprint at the end of a 214-km ride from Avezzano to Naples.
McIlroy wins fourth Wells Fargo Championship title

Rory McIIroy claimed his fourth Wells Fargo Championship after a superb back nine saw him finish -17 par having trailed by two shots after seven holes.
Djokovic suffers shock Italian Open defeat

Alejandro Tabilo claimed the biggest win of his career beating world number one Novak Djokovic 6-2 6-3 in the third round of the Italian Open, two days after the Serbian was hit on the head by a water bottle.
Norwich and Leeds goalless in Championship play-offs first leg

Norwich City and Leeds United played out a goalless draw in the first leg of their Championship play-offs semi-final tie as both teams seek a return to the Premier League.