Even Lewis Hamilton couldn’t outrace the coronavirus.
On Monday, the Formula 1 superstar announced that he tested positive for Covid after experiencing mild symptoms — and he has already begun his 10-day isolation.
Hamilton said, “Even though I returned 3 negative results this past week, I woke up yesterday morning with mild symptoms and requested another test, which came back positive. I’ve immediately gone into self-isolation for 10 days.”
On Sunday, Hamilton raced and won at the Bahrain Grand Prix, sparking some concerns that other drivers could be infected as well. Hamilton’s positive test and combined symptoms mean that he won’t be allowed to race at this weekend’s Sakhir Grand Prix in Bahrain.
He said, “I’m gutted not to be able to race this weekend, but my priority is to follow the protocols and advice to protect others.”
He added, “I’m really lucky that I feel OK with only mild symptoms and will do my best to stay fit and healthy.”
Hamilton says he’s been working hard to follow all of the COVID safety protocols. He wants his fans to know he wasn’t taking stupid risks and being irresponsible. He said, “Please look after yourselves out there, you can never be too careful. These are worrying times for everyone, and we need to make sure we are looking after ourselves and each other. Stay positive.”
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