Chris Evert announces her ovarian cancer has returned
Summary
Tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer has returned, and she has already had surgery as the first step in treatment. She will undergo chemotherapy and plans to take a break from professional activities, including missing Wimbledon, to focus on her health.Key Facts
- Chris Evert said her ovarian cancer came back after scans showed the recurrence.
- She has had surgery to treat the cancer but did not give details about the operation.
- Chemotherapy is planned as the next part of her treatment.
- Because of her health, she will not attend Wimbledon this year, where she usually works as a commentator.
- Evert was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer in late 2021.
- She was declared cancer-free in early 2023 but then had a recurrence in December 2023.
- Ovarian cancer returns in about 70% of patients, according to a cancer research group.
- Evert is one of the greatest female tennis players, with 18 Grand Slam titles and a long time as the top-ranked player.
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