Thiago Seyboth Wild first pro tennis player to confirm he tested positive for coronavirus
Next Generation star Thiago Seyboth Wild has become the first professional tennis player to reveal that he has contracted the coronavirus.
The 20-year-old Brazilian, who won his maiden ATP Tour title at the Chile Open at the start of March, made the revelation via social media.
Stay safe pic.twitter.com/rshLHLOTqY
— Thiago Seyboth Wild (@thiagoswild) March 25, 2020
“Hey guys. I just wanted to let you know that I’ve contracted the COVID-19 but I’ve self-isolated myself for the past week. And I’ve been taking care of myself and following the doctor’s instructions.
“This is just a reminder for you all to stay at home, take care of the people you love and help us all to not spread this disease.
“Stay home and stay safe.”
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