Golfer Nick Watney withdrew from the RBC Heritage tournament in South Carolina prior to Friday's second round after testing positive for COVID-19, the PGA Tour announced.
Per the PGA Tour, Watney indicated he had symptoms "consistent" with the coronavirus prior to his arrival at the tournament on Friday. He consulted a physician, was administered a test and was found to be positive.
"Nick will have the PGA TOUR’s full support throughout his self-isolation and recovery period under CDC guidelines," the PGA Tour said in its release. "For the health and well-being of all associated with the tournament and those within the community, the TOUR has begun implementing its response plan in consultation with medical experts including working with those who may have had close contact with Nick.