Novak Djokovic tests positive for Coronavirus

Novak Djokovic, the world’s No. 1 tennis player, said on Tuesday that he has been found to be Covid-19 positive. In this way he has joined the list of Bulgaria’s Grigor Dimitrov, Croatia tennis players Borna Coric and fellow countryman Viktor Troicki. All these tennis players have been found to be Covid-19 positive. They were all participating in the Adria Tour Exhibition Tennis Tournament organized by Novak Djokovic of Serbia.

According to a statement issued by Djokovic’s staff, “Novak Djokovic has been found to be Covid-19 positive, with no visible symptoms.” Earlier, Troicki said, ‘My wife got the test done on Friday and I did it on Sunday. She is also found positive. My daughter’s report has come negative. Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev and Dominic Thiem also participated in the tournament.’

Earlier, Coric reported on social media that he was infected. He had said, ‘I want to tell you that I have been found to be Covid-19 positive. I want to make sure that whoever has come in contact with me during the last few days, get their tests done. He said, ‘If anyone can cause harm to me, I am really sorry for it. I am feeling well and have no symptoms. Please be safe and sound. Lots of love to all. ‘

On the first day of the tournament held in Belgrade, the stadium was packed with spectators. The ATP has wished the players and staff to get well soon and requested to follow the social distance. On Sunday, Dimitrov shared his picture on Instagram and informed about him being corona infected.

Djokovic’s statement further stated, “Everything we did in the past month we did with a pure heart and sincere intentions. I am extremely sorry for each individual case of infection.” “Unfortunately the virus is still present, and it is a new reality that we are still learning to cope and live with.”