PT1 Dear fans, Unfortunately I have to announce that I tested positive on COVID19. During the match I didn’t have any symptoms, but afterwards I started to realise that I was developing a shortness of breath and fever.
PDC World Darts Championship organisers reveal "approved protocols" in place after Van Barneveld positive test
PDCMonday, 27 December 2021 at 12:15
The PDC have reassured fans and players that safeguarding is in place with necessary protocols and precautions after Raymond van Barneveld tested positive after his defeat to Rob Cross.
A spokesperson told the PA News Agency the following in a statement following the positive test.
“We have been made aware of Raymond’s positive test and send him our best wishes for a speedy recovery.
“We are following approved protocols and have appropriate regulations in place around the William Hill World Darts Championship, one of which is that all players and staff must produce a negative Covid test result on their return to the event after the Christmas break.”
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