[Golf Topic] Lincicome "COVID-19 Positive"... 'Withdraws from 2 Consecutive Tournaments'

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…Brittany Lincicome (USA, photo) has contracted the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

On the 1st (Korean time), she announced on her SNS, "I tried to be careful, but unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19," and stated, "I have withdrawn from the Volunteers of America Classic (total prize money $1.75 million) held at Old American Golf Club (par 71) in The Colony, Texas, USA, from the 4th for four days." She explained, "The symptoms are mild," and "Everyone who came into contact with me is currently getting tested."

She added, "I am self-isolating at home," and "I look forward to recovering quickly and returning to the LPGA Tour." Lincicome is a veteran who has won a total of 8 LPGA Tour titles, including 2 majors. The LPGA Tour has raised concerns as there have been withdrawals due to COVID-19 positive cases for two consecutive tournaments. Two weeks ago, before the Pelican Women's Championship, Thai sisters Ariya and Moriya Jutanugarn tested positive for COVID-19.

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