“Yesterday I lost my sense of taste and smell” – Lando Norris tests positive for Covid-19 in Dubai

Subham Jindal | 05/01/2021
"Yesterday I lost my sense of taste and smell" - Lando Norris tests positive for Covid-19 in Dubai

“Yesterday I lost my sense of taste and smell” – Lando Norris of McLaren has tested positive for Covid-19 in Dubai, and is currently in self-isolation.

After Sergio Perez, Lance Stroll, and Lewis Hamilton, McLaren’s Lando Norris has become the next victim of Covid-19. He caught the virus while on a holiday in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. McLaren confirmed this, and the fact that is currently isolating and doesn’t have any other symptoms.

“McLaren can confirm that Lando Norris tested positive for COVID-19 yesterday in Dubai, where he is currently on holiday ahead of a planned training camp.”

“After recognizing a loss of taste and smell, he was tested immediately and informed the team. In line with local regulations, he is now self-isolating at his hotel for 14 days. He is currently feeling well and reports no other symptoms.”

Lando Norris positive in his message after testing positive for Covid-19

Lando Norris was arguably the most popular racer last season. He impressed one and all with his strong performances on the grid, and his antiques off it. Now that he is infected with the virus, he will remain self-isolated for 2 weeks, before heading off for a training camp by McLaren. He posted this for his huge fanbase confirming he is safe and sound.

“Yesterday I lost my sense of taste and smell so I immediately self-isolated and took a test. It’s come back as positive, so I’ve told everyone that I’ve been in contact with and will be self-isolating for the next 14 days. I feel alright and have no other symptoms but I just wanted to let you all know. Take care.”

Also read: F1 Drivers’ Driver of the Year: Lando Norris with a ‘sad’ yet hilarious reaction after missing out on Top 10

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