Rublev recently confirmed that there had been a positive test upon entry, but that it would not have posed any danger to others: “When I flew to Australia I was still positive, but I had a mild course and the viral load was low.” , he explained to the Serbian medium “Sport Klub”.
In an official statement, Rublev has now cleared up further claims about his entry to Down Under.
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“I tested positive a few days before I published it on social media. I let the fans know because I respect them, they should know why I’m not competing in the ATP Cup. I then responded immediately isolated. The rules in Spain are very simple: you have to be in quarantine for ten days if you test positive. I didn’t leave the house the whole time and started training a few days before my flight to Australia,” the Russian opened his statement.
Rublev emphasizes: All antigen tests before leaving for Australia were negative
“We flew to Melbourne with the team and followed all the regulations. My quarantine was over and I provided all the vaccination records. When I arrived they immediately insisted on an antigen test. The result was negative, which meant I was free to move around could,” Rublev continued, emphasizing:
“Before I traveled to Australia, after my quarantine ended, all my antigen tests were negative. Even before my flight to Melbourne, the test was negative.”
According to his own statements, the number five on the seeding list was also in close contact with the Australian government and the organizer of the Australian Open before he left for Australia.
Andrey Rublev
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Rublev: “Would never put other people’s lives at risk”
In special cases, there are exceptions in Australia that allowed Rublev to enter the country. “The Ct value was around 35. It’s not dangerous for others. I did all this in consultation with doctors and the tournament officials. I didn’t break any rules,” he affirmed.
“I would never endanger other people’s lives. I’m an adult and I’m responsible for my actions,” the 24-year-old made it clear and added:
“I’m sorry that the information published sometimes loses its meaning and my story so far has turned out to be very confused. I hope I’ve managed to get my thoughts across correctly.”
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