[Golf Topic] 'Number 1' Johnson Tests Positive for COVID-19... "Disappointed to Miss The CJ Cup"

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…World No. 1 Dustin Johnson (USA, photo) will not participate in the PGA Tour's The CJ Cup (total prize money $9.75 million).

On the 14th (Korean time), the PGA Tour announced, "Johnson tested positive for COVID-19" and "he will forgo participation in this week's The CJ Cup." Johnson expressed his disappointment, saying, "I am very disappointed to cancel my appearance at the tournament," and added, "I will do my best to recover as soon as possible." He also said, "I have had several phone calls with the PGA Tour medical team" and "I will follow the guidelines they provided."

Following government quarantine guidelines, he will self-isolate before returning to the field. Johnson is a strong favorite to win. Starting with the Travelers Championship in June, he swept three wins including The Northern Trust in August and the Tour Championship in September. He was the Player of the Year for the 2019/2020 season. In his last five tournaments, he has finished in the top two four times, including two wins, making him the PGA Tour website's predicted 'Power Ranking No. 1.' The CJ Cup will be held on the 16th at Shadow Creek Golf Course in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.

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