Schumacher hit with pre Spa virus
The preparation for Brad Schumacher ahead of his international debut at the Spa 24 this weekend has been hit with a major health related hurdle.
Schumacher has arrived in Belgium to race in a Haas RT Audi R8 GT3, but has been diagnosed with Epstein-Barr Virus.
The GT World Challenge Australia driver has felt run down since arriving in Belgium for the big race.
He completed a test session on Tuesday, but described it as a “physical and mental challenge.”
To combat the virus that causes a person to feel tired, Schumacher has sought advice from a local sports doctor and is hoping to be on the road to recovery to ensure he can race this weekend.
“Sometimes things can happen at the worst possible time and this is one of those times,” said Schumacher via his social media.
“Over the past week I have been progressively feeling more run down, until eventually upon arrival to Belgium it has become unmanageable.
“After consultation, unfortunately the tests have come back as positive to Epstein-Barr Virus and the symptoms are currently debilitating.
“Getting through the first test session yesterday was physically and mentally a challenge, albeit posting a solid lap time to begin. The track feels comfortable but the fatigue I’m needing to manage is extreme.
“Fortunately, a friend from home is currently in Europe for the Tour De France and has learnt of my condition. They have got me in touch with a leading sports doctor based in Belgium who has helped elite athletes in cycling with this condition.
“I now have some good direction for recovery and management of the symptoms.
“We’ll take it day-by-day from here and fingers crossed my health will become better as the week goes on.”
The 24 Hours of Spa begins on June 29.
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