Avast ye mateys! Tennis legend Chris Evert be divulging her return o' cancer woes, settin' her course away from the Australian Open.
2023-12-09
Arr, me hearties! The mighty tennis legend, Chris Evert, hath confessed on this fine Friday that her cursed cancer hath returned. Alas, she shall miss the grand spectacle of the Australian Open come January. May the winds of fortune blow in her favor!
Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert has announced that her cancer has returned and she will temporarily step away from her role as an on-air announcer for ESPN. Evert had previously revealed her diagnosis of stage 1C ovarian cancer in January 2022. In a statement released through ESPN, Evert expressed her openness about her experience and the fortunate early detection of her cancer. She underwent robotic surgery to remove cancer cells found in her pelvic region and has begun another round of chemotherapy.Evert, who is 68 years old, is a highly accomplished tennis player, having won 18 Grand Slam tournaments and being ranked No. 1 in the WTA rankings. She was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1995. Evert has been an analyst for ESPN since 2011 but will be unable to participate in the Australian Open in January.
Evert's sister, Jeanne Evert Dubin, passed away from ovarian cancer in 2020. In a previous op-ed for ESPN, Evert announced that she was "cancer-free" and optimistic about her chances of the cancer not returning. She now emphasizes the importance of knowing one's family history and advocating for early detection.
While Evert's cancer diagnosis is undoubtedly serious, her positive outlook and determination shine through. She encourages others to appreciate their health during the holiday season and reminds everyone that early detection can save lives.
It is unclear when Evert will return to her role as an on-air announcer, but she remains optimistic and ready for the rest of the Grand Slam season.