COVID-positive John McEnroe will miss TV coverage

John McEnroe

John McEnroe has COVID-19 and is missing time as ESPN's lead tennis analyst for its US Open television coverage.

"Unfortunately, after feeling a bit under the weather, I tested positive for COVID,"McEnroe said in a statement released by the network on Tuesday. "I'm watching the US Open from home and can't wait to get back to work soon," he added.

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ESPN said it wishes McEnroe well and looks forward "to welcoming him back when he's ready."

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