Johnson catches Covid-19 – will miss Indy race and IndyCar test (Update)

It looks like Johnson never really had Covid-19 all along.

Looks like Jimmie Johnson had a false-positive Covid-19 test result as he is already testing negative and never had any symptoms. How many thousands of other people who tested positive were also false?

Johnson has been medically cleared to return to NASCAR Cup Series competition after two negative COVID-19 tests.

Two negative test results within 24 hours were required for Johnson to be cleared to race. Johnson tested negative on Monday and Tuesday and was cleared by his doctor Tuesday evening. He has not experienced any symptoms of the virus.

“My family is so grateful for the incredible love and support we’ve received over the last several days," said Johnson, whose wife Chandra also had a positive test result early last week. “I especially want to thank Justin Allgaier for stepping in for me at Indy and being a true pro. I’m excited about getting back to business with my team this weekend."

Hendrick Motorsports also tested four crew members who were near Johnson for COVID-19 and all four also had negative test results.