Pau Gasol Trying To Outsmart Zika Virus Might Freeze His Sperm Ahead Of Rio

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“Freezing sperm is one of the measures I have to consider,” Gasol said (via The Associated Press).

Zika, a mosquito-born virus that can be sexually transmitted, has been linked to birth defects in children and neurological problems in adults.

The increasing number of cases in Brazil has been a hot topic among athletes deciding whether to compete. Just last week, British long jumper Greg Rutherford froze a sample of his sperm.

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Gasol, 35, does not have any children.