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Pau Gasol mulls skipping Rio because of Zika
- Updated: May 30, 2016
10:17 AM ET
MADRID — Pau Gasol is considering not playing at the Olympics because of the Zika virus.
The Spanish basketball player said Monday there is too much uncertainty about the situation in Brazil and anyone going to Rio de Janeiro for the games should “think about” whether it’s worth the risk.
He said other Spanish athletes have also expressed their concerns about the virus and are also considering skipping the games.
“It wouldn’t surprise me to see some athletes deciding not to participate in the games to avoid putting their health and the health of their families at risk,” Gasol said, adding that he was among the athletes making such considerations.
“I’m thinking about (whether or not to go),” he said. “Just like every athlete, or any other person considering going to Rio, should be thinking about it.”
Without giving names, Gasol said he talked to other athletes who told …
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