Tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer has returned for the third time in an emotional statement.
The 18-time Grand Slam winner, 71, who has battled the disease previously in 2021 and 2023, shared that she will be taking a step back from her professional commitments as she begins chemotherapy.
Evert was diagnosed with ovarian cancer again this week after undergoing an exploratory surgery following an abnormal CT scan.
‘I have always believed in being open and honest about my health journey,’ she said. ‘This past weekend, after undergoing CT and PET scans, I learned that my ovarian cancer has returned.’
Evert was scheduled to attend Wimbledon, which begins this week, but following her heartbreaking diagnosis will no longer be in attendance at the Grand Slam tournament in London.
‘I have already undergone surgery as the first step in my treatment and recovery, and will begin chemotherapy in the coming weeks,’ she continued.
‘Because of this, I will not be attending Wimbledon this year, and I will step back from my professional commitments over the next few months to focus on my health.
‘Ovarian cancer is relentless, but I will stay optimistic and determined in continuing to fight this battle.
‘I am deeply grateful to my medical team, my family, friends and everyone who has reached out with kindness and encouragement. I look forward to seeing everyone again soon.’
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