Eight-time Olympic GOLD medalist Usain Bolt has tested positive to Covid-19 a few days after attending his 34th birthday party in Jamaica, announced Jamaica’s Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Christopher Tufton.
Speaking at a press conference, he said, “It is now public knowledge that Mr. Bolt has been tested positive. He has been formally notified – I’m told – by the authorities, and in keeping with standard protocols once there is a positive case, irrespective of the individual, it triggers an approach to questioning, interrogation if you will, which would then follow through with contact tracing.”
Prior to the announcement, the World Record holder in the 100m/200m had posted a video where he neither confirmed nor denied the news but stated that he had taken a test on Saturday and was awaiting the results. He also revealed that he was self-isolating, encouraging those who had encountered him to do same, including Manchester City star Raheem Sterling.
Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness said police are investigating Bolt’s party which was mask-free.
“There are a number of pictures and videos that have been circulating of parties with no mask wearing, no social distancing etc. There are also reports of an activity relating to Usain Bolt. The police are investigating in all aspects of the matter, so no one is going to be treated with any exemption or given any special treatment.
“All Jamaicans have a duty and of course those who have the public air and have influence in public spheres they have an even greater duty”, he said.
