Memorial Leader Jon Rahm Forced Out By Positive COVID Test

Jon Rahm was forced out of the Memorial Tournament after he tested positive for the coronavirus.  

Rahm was leading the tournament by 6 strokes when he was told following Saturday’s third round that he tested positive for COVID-19.

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The second-ranked golfer in the world was notified last Monday that he would be subject to contact tracing protocols after coming into close contact with a person who was positive for COVID-19.

He was allowed to remain in the tournament with the stipulation that he be tested every day.

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