Pro golfer Jon Rahm was leading the 2021 Memorial Tournament over the weekend when he got some bad news. Rahm, 26, was finishing his third round with a six shot lead when he learned that he had tested positive for COVID-19 and would have to withdraw.
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The PGA tour released a lengthy statement explaining that Rahm came in close contact with someone who tested positive on Monday. “Rahm was given the option to remain in the competition and enter our tracing protocol, which includes daily testing and restricted access to indoor facilities.