Murray, Keys test Covid-positive
Andy Murray's participation in the Australian Open has been thrown into doubt after it was revealed on Thursday he had tested positive for coronavirus.
The British former world number one was due to travel to Australia on one of a series of charter flights laid on by tournament organisers but is still isolating at home in London.
It is understood that Murray, apparently in good health, is hoping to be able to arrive in Australia at a later date.
Australian Open organisers wished the 33-year-old a speedy recovery but it was unclear whether he would still have a chance to take part.
The three-time major winner is hoping to make his first appearance in Melbourne since the emotional events of 2019, when he revealed the extent of his right hip problem and raised the possibility of imminent retirement.
In another blow, American world number 16 and former US Open runner-up Madison Keys said she too had tested positive for Covid-19.
"I am very disappointed not to be able to play in the coming weeks after training hard in the off-season and knowing Tennis Australia and the tours did so much to make these events happen," said the 25-year-old.
"I am self-isolating at home. I look forward to being back on tour next month."
Keys made the semifinals of the Australian Open in 2015 On Wednesday, Rafael Nadal's coach Carlos Moya said he will not attend the Australian Open due to coronavirus travel restrictions.
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