Coronavirus: Rudy Gobert reveals lack of smell and taste since illness
The French player mocked the pandemic at a press conference before realising he was positive for covid-19
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Your support makes all the difference.Utah Jazz star Rudy Gobert has revealed he has lost his smell and taste since contracting coronavirus.
The NBA star caused outrage when he touched reporters’ microphones at a press conference, mocking the outbreak of covid-19 before announcing he had tested positive himself.
A heartfelt apology and a $500,000 donation to charity followed, and now the French player taking to social media to update fans about his condition.
“Just to give you guys an update, loss of smell and taste is definitely one of the symptoms, haven’t been able to smell anything for the last 4 days,” Gobert wrote. “Anyone experiencing the same thing?”
The update follows Gobert confirming he is feeling “a little better”, while he also paid tribute to the medical staff in Oklahoma City and Utah.
It has been a humbling experience for the 27-year-old, who conceded in his apology 11 days ago that he had been “careless”.
“The first and most important thing is I would like to publicly apologise to the people I may have endangered,” Gobert said.
“At the time I had no idea I was infected. I was careless and make no excuse. I hope my story serves as a warning and causes everyone to take this seriously.
“I will do whatever I can to support using my experience to educate others and prevent the spread of the virus.
“I am under great care and I will recover fully. Thank you again for your support. I encourage everyone to take all of the steps to stay safe and healthy.”
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