JOHN MCENROE will not be part of ESPN's US Open coverage after testing positive for Covid.
The 64-year-old is ordinarily the broadcaster's lead tennis analyst at Flushing Meadows.
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After feeling unwell prior to the tournament, McEnroe tested positive and is now resting up.
In a statement, the seven-time singles grand slam winner said: "Unfortunately, after feeling a bit under the weather, I tested positive for Covid.
"I'm watching the US Open from home and can't wait to get back to work soon."
ESPN added that they look forward "to welcoming him back when he's ready".
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McEnroe featured in the "Stars of the Open" exhibition event at Flushing Meadows last Wednesday.
The four-time US Open singles champion teamed up with Jessica Pegula for a mixed doubles match against Matteo Berrettini and Gabriela Sabatini.
He also attended the Citi Taste of Tennis culinary event at Gotham Hall.
McEnroe's brother Patrick has been in the booth as usual so far this US Open.
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While James Blake, Chris Evert and Pam Shriver are also among the team working for ESPN.
As revealed by The US Sun last week, Caroline Wozniacki is juggling a punditry role alongside her playing commitments.
The Dane worked for ESPN at Wimbledon earlier this summer, having retired from tennis in 2020 and had two children.
Wozniacki, 33, signed up to work for the broadcaster again at Flushing Meadows... before announcing her playing comeback.
The former world No1 got her campaign off to a winning start on Monday, beating Tatiana Prozorova 6-3, 6-2.
She will take on two-time former Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova on Arthur Ashe Stadium during this evening's night session.
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