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Finau withdraws from PGA event after positive Covid test

Tony Finau
Tony Finau

American player Tony Finau has withdrawn from the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open in Las Vegas after testing positive for Covid-19.

The 31-year-old has been replaced in the field by fellow American Bronson Burgoon.

A statement on the PGA website read: "As part of the PGA Tour's pre-tournament screening process this week at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, PGA Tour member Tony Finau tested positive for Covid-19 and has been withdrawn from the event.

"Finau, who last competed at the US Open, will have the PGA TOUR's full support throughout his self-isolation period under CDC guidelines.

"First alternate Bronson Burgoon will replace Finau in the field." 

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