Tennis Icon Chris Evert Announces Ovarian Cancer Recurrence
American tennis icon Chris Evert, facing a cancer recurrence two years after her initial ovarian cancer diagnosis, revealed her condition on Friday.
Despite the unwelcome news, the 68-year-old athlete expressed gratitude for the early detection of cancer cells in her pelvic region, leading to prompt robotic surgery and upcoming chemotherapy.
Evert, an 18-time Grand Slam winner, will miss broadcasting the Australian Open but remains optimistic about participating in the rest of the Grand Slam season. Stressing the importance of knowing one’s family history, she urged early detection awareness, citing the loss of her sister Jeanne to ovarian cancer in 2020.
The CDC reported over 18,500 U.S. women diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2020, with more than 13,400 succumbing to the disease. As age and family history contribute to ovarian cancer risk, Evert’s story emphasizes the significance of health awareness during the holiday season.
