Dustin Johnson: World Number One Withdraws From CJ Cup After Testing Positive For Covid-19

Johnson to Play US Open in September

World number one Dustin Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, the PGA Tour has announced.

Johnson, 36, who is now self-insulated, has retired from the CJ Cup, which begins October 15 in Shadow Creek.

The American last participated in in September & # 39; s US Open where he finished sixth.

"I am very disappointed. I was looking forward to participating this week, but I will do everything I can to return as soon as possible," Johnson said.

On Monday, Johnson Travel Officers reported having "symptoms" of Covid-19 before taking a test.

"Johns on will receive the full support of the PGA Tour throughout his period of self-isolation under the guidelines of the CDC (Centers for Disease Control)," said a Tour statement.

Meanwhile, South Africa & # 39; s Jbe & # 39; Kruger, which is asymptomatic, was withdrawn from of the Scottish championship this week after a positive test for coronavirus and will isolate itself for 10 days.