Golf-Haas pulls out of RSM Classic due to positive COVID-19 test

American Bill Haas has withdrawn from this weekend's RSM Classic in Georgia after testing positive for COVID-19, the PGA Tour said on Tuesday. The 38-year-old will now self-isolate as per U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, the PGA Tour said.

American Bill Haas has withdrawn from this weekend's RSM Classic in Georgia after testing positive for COVID-19, the PGA Tour said on Tuesday. Haas, who won the FedEx Cup in 2011, returned a positive result for the novel coronavirus during pre-tournament testing ahead of the Nov. 19-22 event at Sea Island Golf Club.

"It’s obviously disappointing news to receive, but my focus is now on recovery and ensuring the health and well-being of my family," said six-times PGA Tour winner Haas in a statement https://www.pgatour.com/news/2020/11/17/bill-haas-tests-positive-covid-19-coronavirus.html. The 38-year-old will now self-isolate as per U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, the PGA Tour said.