Sporting events across the globe are being cancelled at the moment, and everything from the NBA to the XFL have ended their seasons early in a bid to halt the spread of Coronavirus. WWE, however, is continuing to hold shows, and that's led to some concern about the health of both Superstars and employees who run the risk of contracting (and spreading COVID-19).
Now, WWE has issued a statement to Sports Illustrated in which they confirm that both talent and staff members have been required to participate in medical screenings before entering the WWE Performance Center.
"In consultation with WWE Medical Director Dr. Maroon, WWE Associate Medical Director Dr. Dugas and ringside physician Dr. Westerfield, as a best practice and precautionary measure all WWE performers and staff are required to participate in medical screenings prior to entering WWE's training center, which is now operating as a closed set," it reads.
It's added that WWE has established a series of protocols based on official medical guidelines to keep people safe, but it doesn't sound like those who are showing no symptoms are currently being tested due to limitations in testing equipment. Unfortunately, that means it could still find its way into the WWE locker room.
If that happens, WWE may have no choice other than to pull the plug on RAW, SmackDown, NXT, and even WrestleMania...