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Medvedev tests COVID-19 positive, out of Monte Carlo Masters
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Medvedev tests COVID-19 positive, out of Monte Carlo Masters

  • Medvedev, who was seeded second behind top-ranked Novak Djokovic at the ATP Masters 1000 event on clay, has been put in isolation and is being monitored, the men's tennis governing body said in a statement.
  • "My focus is now on recovery and I look forward to getting back out on Tour as soon and as safely as possible."
Published 13 Apr, 2021 07:14pm
ATP updates protocols to add incentives for taking COVID-19 vaccine
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ATP updates protocols to add incentives for taking COVID-19 vaccine

  • Both the ATP and the women's WTA said it recommended players accept vaccine shots when available after some at the Miami Open this week expressed a reluctance to get vaccinated.
  • Professional tennis, which requires players to jet around the world, was shut down for five months last year as countries locked down borders to stem the spread of the virus.
Published 02 Apr, 2021 06:10pm
Safety first, but officials look to get Badosa training equipment
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Safety first, but officials look to get Badosa training equipment

  • The 23-year-old on Monday described her extended period of quarantine as the "worst experience" of her career.
  • Our priority is supporting the health and wellbeing of those in our care and reducing the risk of transmission to protect staff and community safety.
Published 26 Jan, 2021 07:44pm
Andy Murray tests positive for COVID-19
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Andy Murray tests positive for COVID-19

  • The former world No.1 is reportedly in good health and isolating at his residence in Surrey.
  • The three-time Major champion had been due to fly down to Australia this week to complete a two-week quarantine Down Under before the first Grand Slam of the season on February 8.
Updated 14 Jan, 2021 03:40pm
Australian Open to start on Feb. 8
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Australian Open to start on Feb. 8

  • The ATP tournament scheduled to take place in Adelaide has been moved to Melbourne to be played in the week commencing Jan. 31 alongisde another men's tournament in the city.
Published 17 Dec, 2020 10:08am