Syed Modi men's final called off after positive COVID-19 case
The Syed Modi India International men's final was called off after one of the finalists tested positive for COVID-19. It was an all-French clash between Arnaud Merkle and Lucas Claerbout.
Published : Jan 23, 2022 14:38 IST
The Syed Modi India International men's singles final in Lucknow on Sunday was called off after one of the finalists tested positive for COVID-19, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) said.
The final was to be contested by French duo Arnaud Merkle and Lucas Claerbout.
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"BWF can confirm one of the finalists tested positive for COVID-19 this morning. The other finalist is deemed a close contact and has also been withdrawn," the governing body said in a statement hours before the match.
The other four finals on Sunday will go ahead as scheduled.