The teenage alternate has no symptoms and is quarantined in her hotel room days before the Olympics
The United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee has confirmed that an alternate on the women’s artistic gymnastics team tested positive for Covid-19.
The unidentified athlete has been transferred to a hotel to quarantine.
Here is the full statement from the committee:
The health and safety of our athletes, coaches and staff is our top priority. We can confirm that an alternate on the women’s artistic gymnastics team tested positive for COVID-19. In alignment with local rules and protocols, the athlete has been transferred to a hotel to quarantine. Out of respect for the individual’s privacy, we cannot provide more information at this time.
