One of Annalise Murphy's main rivals for a medal on Monday has fallen ill. Evi Van Acker, who won a bronze medal in the Laser Radial class of the 2012 London Olympics Sailing Competition, reported 'feeling unwell' after racing on Wednesday, according to a report in the Irish Independent.
The 30–year–old contracted a severe '' while training in Rio in July, which has hampered her energy levels, according to her coach.
Wil Van Bladel told Belgian VRT network: "Evi caught a bacteria in early July that causes dysentery. “Doctors say this can seriously disrupt energy levels for three months. It became clear yesterday that she lacked energy during tough conditions.
The Belgian ace appeared back in form yesterday, however, overtaking the Irish medal hopeful in both races with a 12 and a 2 to be back up to seventh overall.
The Irish Indepdent has more on the story here