South African Rugby tests their 7s and U20 squads for Covid-19

South African Rugby tests their 7s and U20 squads for Covid-19

By Naveel Krishant
Tuesday 17/03/2020
Werner Kok for South Africa 7s. [image: World Rugby Sevens]

South African Rugby has taken several steps to combat the coronavirus outbreak, including testing their sevens and U20 sides for the disease.

The Blitzboks, who recently competed in events in Los Angeles and Vancouver, are being tested for the virus having come into contact with the Australian men’s sevens team.

Two members of the Australian rugby sevens program have been tested for coronavirus after showing signs and symptoms associated with the pandemic.

Rugby Australia did not specify whether they were players or staff, only announcing two people had self-isolated after experiencing symptoms this weekend.

Several members of the South African U20 squad, who had travelled individually from clubs in Europe, will also be tested.

Meanwhile, scheduled Springbok alignment camps, Springbok Men’s and Women’s training camps and the SA Rugby U20 preparations have all been suspended until 14 April.

[Source ; Planet Rugby]

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