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Several fans have noticed John McEnroe's absence in the commentary box at this year's US Open. In fact, quite a few big names have bowed out early from the tournament, with a viral sickness that's spreading all over Flushing Meadows playing a role in their downfall.
It's not just the players who have been affected, as tennis pundit McEnroe has also fallen victim to it. The American wasn't feeling too well at the start of the tournament. Following a quick medical check-up, he revealed that he had tested positive for COVID-19.
McEnroe has been a regular during ESPN's coverage of the US Open for years now. He shared an update regarding his health on the second day of the tournament, expressing hope of getting back into the commentary box sooner rather than later.
McEnroe's outspoken and clinical insights will be missed while he recovers. His banter with his fellow commentators, coupled with his extensive experience on the court, always gave viewers something to think about.
Meanwhile, as stated earlier, a few players were also affected by a mysterious illness doing the rounds at the US Open. Dominic Thiem, Ons Jabeur and Emil Ruusuvuori were among the players to have been struck by the sickness.
John McEnroe enjoyed tremendous success at the US Open during his heyday
John McEnroe bagged seven Major titles in singles during his career, of which four were at the US Open. He completed a hat-trick of titles in New York between 1979 to 1981, and snagged his last title at the venue in 1984.
McEnroe reached the final in 1985 too, but lost to his rival Ivan Lendl in four sets. He also excelled in doubles here, snagging another four trophies.
McEnroe captured three doubles titles alongside compatriot Peter Flemming and one with Australian Mark Woodforde.
Following his retirement from tennis McEnroe remained active on the ATP Champions Tour, which features retired players - all champions in their own right - battling each other all over the globe.
McEnroe has been the most successful player on the Champions tour, having been ranked as the year-end No. 1 on seven occasions. He notched up four consecutive finishes as the top-ranked player from 1998 to 2001. His next three runs at the top were in 2003, 2013 and 2016.
