Sumo wrestler 1 wrestler below Makushita new corona infection August 14 19:05
It was found that one wrestler below the sumo wrestler was infected with the new coronavirus. According to the Japan Sumo Association, although there are no symptoms such as fever, the rich contact person of this wrestler has also undergone a PCR test and is waiting for the judgment result.
According to the Japan Sumo Association, when one wrestler under the curtain was tested for the new coronavirus on the 13th, it was determined to be positive.
This wrestler does not have symptoms such as fever, but he has been admitted to a medical institution since 14th and is observing the progress.
Also, the rich contact of this wrestler has undergone PCR test and is waiting for the judgment result, but no one complains of the symptom.
The Sumo Association plans to perform PCR tests on those involved in the room to which this wrestler belongs, who was not certified as a rich contact person.
The Japan Sumo Association commented, “We will continue to take thorough precautions to prevent infections and ensure health and safety.”
On the other hand, Master Matsugane (former Makuuchi Tamakido), who was positive in the PCR test for the new coronavirus on 6th of this month and was admitted to a hospital in Tokyo, was discharged on the 13th.