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One positive result has been reported by the ISU of those on-site for the Worlds - they are in quarantine and appropriate measures are being taken for close contacts. Identity not being revealed.
I had a bad feeling when they didn't bring the competitors, etc. in early enough to check and double-check before the practices began. Most skaters arrived on March 20th or 21st as the organizers/ISU wouldn't pay for earlier arrival in terms of rooms, meals, etc.
Here's hoping everyone else remains safe & well!!
UPDATE: It has been confirmed by the Ministry of Sports of Belarus that Viktoriia Safonova was the athlete to test positive upon arrival at Worlds.
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Heartbreaking news on the third positive test - it was ice dancer Simon Proulx-Sénécal who represents Armenia with Tina Garabedian. They had to withdraw from the competition; unfortunately the test turned out to be a false positive.
They will have an opportunity to compete at Nebelhorn to try to get an Olympic spot.
