Tennis star Daniil Medvedev has tested positive for the coronavirus and withdrawn from the Monte-Carlo Masters, the Association of Tennis Professionals confirmed on Tuesday.

The 25-year-old is currently in isolation and his condition is being assessed by the tournament doctor and the ATP medical team, the tennis body said..

“Following the return of a positive COVID-19 test result on April 12, 2021, World No. 2 Daniil Medvedev has been withdrawn from the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters,” the ATP said in an official statement.

The ATP further said that Medvedev has been replaced in the singles second round (following a first-round Bye) and has been withdrawn from doubles competition as well.

Meanwhile, Medvedev said that his focus is on getting better and “getting back out” on the court.

“It’s a big disappointment not to play in Monte-Carlo. My focus is now on recovery and I look forward to getting back out on Tour as soon and as safely as possible,” the Russian said.

The Monte-Carlo Masters is back on the calendar a year after tennis was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It was cancelled along with many other tournaments in 2020. The event will be held this time without spectators.

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