Unfortunately, despite all the draconian measures taken by Dorna Sports, it seems that the virus is expanding in the paddock. For the moment, there is nothing really dramatic yet, but cases of positive tests are increasing and, to date, between proven cases and contact cases, there are around ten people affected directly or indirectly. by Covid-19.
The latest, a Michelin technician has been placed in solitary confinement, as evidenced by the following press release issued this morning (Paddock-GP translation). Additional tests have been and will be imposed on everyone who came into contact with him.
Either it's about Valentino Rossi, Jorge Martin, Tony Arbolino or more anonymous professional paddock members, we wish the best to everyone affected directly or indirectly by this pandemic.
A MICHELIN TECHNICIAN RETURNS A POSITIVE PCR TEST
Michelin regrets to announce that one of its tire technicians returned a positive PCR test on the eve of the Gran Premio Michelin® de Aragón in Spain.
Following positive Covid-19 diagnoses in the paddock earlier this week, Michelin technicians all underwent a second precautionary test, although they all returned negative samples on Tuesday to enter the paddock for this event. weekend. Initially a staff member's analysis was inconclusive so a second test was carried out and unfortunately it returned a positive result. The technician is asymptomatic and will now isolate for 10 days according to current rules, before being tested again with a view to returning to the paddock. His first contact on the team also had to be isolated for 10 days due to protocols, even though he tested negative. Michelin fully respects the rules that are applied for the well-being of everyone and the couple will remain in isolation for the required period. The rest of the Michelin team was tested and all returned negative results, meaning they will be able to perform their duties at today's Gran Premio Michelin® Aragón.
All members of the Michelin team wish their colleagues a speedy and healthy recovery and look forward to welcoming the couple back to the paddock. No further information will be communicated by Michelin on the situation and everyone involved wishes that the privacy of those concerned is respected.
