LAS VEGAS – World No. 16 Tony Finau tested positive for COVID-19 and has been withdrawn from the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at TPC Summerlin.
“Earlier today, I received a positive result for Covid-19 under PGA Tour on-site testing protocols and have begun a period of self-quarantine to protect others around me,” Finau said in a tweet on Tuesday. “I am feeling well, and am otherwise in good spirits.”
“I look forward to returning to action as soon as I am able, and I wish everyone at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open a great week ahead!” Finau said in a follow-up tweet.
Earlier today, I received a positive result for Covid-19 under PGA TOUR on-site testing protocols and have begun a period of self-quarantine to protect others around me. I am feeling well, and am otherwise in good spirits.
— Tony Finau Golf (@tonyfinaugolf) October 6, 2020
Finau tied for eighth in the U.S. Open in his most recent start.
First alternate Bronson Burgoon replaces Finau in the field.
The tournament begins Thursday.
Finau’s is the first on-site positive test since Branden Grace tested positive after the second round of the Barracuda Championship in August. Grace was tied for second place at the time. He also missed playing the following week’s PGA Championship.
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