COVID-19 left the 2020 Sofia Open with only two Bulgarians – Tennis – Sofia Open 2020



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Sofia Sofia 2020 suffered a severe blow minutes before it was withdrawn the plot for this year’s edition.

Alexander Lazarov, who received a “wild card” for the main scheme, tested positive for COVID-19 and withdrew from the race.

“Despite his excellent health, the absence of clinical symptoms and the current state of absolute vitality and energy, Alexander Lazarov must be withdrawn from the Sofia Open 2020 due to a positive PCR test, according to the ATP protocols and the framework law of the Republic of Bulgaria ”, said Dr. Georgi Maximov, Infection Control Officer of the tournament tournament.

Czech prodigy Jonas Forejtek, winner of two 2019 Junior Grand Slam titles, a single from Wimbledon and a double from the US Open, will replace the 23-year-old in the main draw.

Sofiamed, the Official Medical Partner of the Sofia Open 2020, tested all players, coaches and the entire tournament organizing team and ensured the safety and health of all participants in the competition in Sofia. Strict medical scrutiny will continue to be applied in the name of health and safety for all.

Another Bulgarian, Alexander Donski, received a “wild card” for the 2020 Sofia Open qualifications. Gabriel Donev will also participate in them.

The qualifying scheme includes names such as former world No. 8 Gilles Simon and former No. 12 Victor Troitsky enter the qualifiers.

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