Johnson first NASCAR driver to test positive for coronavirus

By Lisa Sturgis

Published July 4, 2020 7:37 PM

#48 driver to self-quarantine

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (KYMA, KECY) - Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus. He's the first driver contract the virus.

So far the 44-year-old driver has no symptoms. He got screened after doctors confirmed his wife had tested positive.

Johnson will not race in Indianapolis Sunday. Justin Allgaier will drive the #48 car. NASCAR says he can return when he is symptom-free, and has had two negative test results spaced at least 24-hours apart.

Prior to this, Johnson enjoyed the longest active streak in the cup series. He's made 663 straight starts.

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