The Rolling Stones axe Amsterdam gig after Mick Jagger tests positive for Covid

The Rolling Stones were forced to cancel their Amsterdam concert last night (13th June) after Mick Jagger tested positive for Covid.

Just a few hours before The Stones took to the stage at Johan Cruijff Arena, the band issued a statement saying 78-year-old Jagger began to develop symptoms as he arrived at the stadium.

“The Rolling Stones have been forced to call off tonight’s concert in Amsterdam at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, following Mick Jagger testing positive after experiencing symptoms of Covid upon arrival at the stadium,” the statement read.

“The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight’s postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority.

“The show will be rescheduled for a later date. Tickets for tonight’s show will be honoured for the rescheduled date. Standby for details.”

Mick Jagger issued his own statement apologising to their Dutch fans.

“I’m so sorry that we’ve had to postpone the Amsterdam show with such short notice tonight,” he wrote.

“I have unfortunately just tested positive for Covid. We aim to reschedule the date ASAP and get back as soon as we can. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Mick.”

The Amsterdam concert was due to take place four days after The Rolling Stones’ triumphant concert at Liverpool’s Anfield stadium.

The Liverpool gig was The Rolling Stones’ first concert on UK soil since the untimely death of drummer Charlie Watts last August.

The Rolling Stones’ next scheduled date on the 'SIXTY' Tour is at Wankdorf Stadium in Bern, Switzerland on Friday night (17th June).

The 60th anniversary trek includes two shows at London’s BST Hyde Park on Saturday 25th June and Sunday 3rd July.

Everyone at Greatest Hits Radio wishes Mick a speedy recovery.

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