Adam Peaty has tested positive for Covid at the Paris Olympics, a day after winning silver in the 100m breaststroke despite feeling unwell.
Britain’s Adam Peaty competes in the final of the men’s 100m breaststroke swimming event during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Paris La Defense Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris, on July 28, 2024. Image: by Manan VATSYAYANA / AFPBritain’s Adam Peaty competes in the final of the men’s 100m breaststroke swimming event during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games at the Paris La Defense Arena in Nanterre, west of Paris, on July 28, 2024.
Peaty, who was the two-time reigning 100m champion, was edged out into second by just 0.02 seconds by surprise winner Nicolo Martinenghi of Italy in a thrilling race on Sunday.“As in any case of illness, the situation is being managed appropriately, with all usual precautions being taken to keep the wider delegation healthy,” Team GB added.Tonight on Uzalo: Nosipho is highly respected in prison
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