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06/25 12:05 CDT Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert says she will miss Wimbledon
after recurrence of ovarian cancer
Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert says she will miss Wimbledon after recurrence
of ovarian cancer
By The Associated Press
Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert said Thursday her ovarian cancer has returned
and treatment will prevent her from attending Wimbledon this year.
Evert, 71, was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer in December 2021. In
December 2023 she revealed her cancer had returned.
She announced on social media on Thursday she already has had surgery "as the
first step in my treatment and recovery" after tests revealed the cancer again
had returned. She said she will begin chemotherapy "in the coming weeks."
"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," Evert said.
"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."
Evert is an 18-time Grand Slam singles champion and has remained prominent in
the sport as an analyst for ESPN.
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