A player in the current draw has tested positive for coronavirus ahead of the 2022 Indian Open semi-finals, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) confirmed on Saturday. The player was removed from the tournament.
The player returned a positive result from a mandatory RT-PCR test carried out on Friday. His doubles partner was identified as a close contact and was also removed from the tournament.
Their opponents will be granted a forfeit for the final.
Testing protocols have been implemented as per Badminton World Federation and Badminton Association of India guidelines to ensure the health and safety of all participants.
The semi-finals of the competition begin today.
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