Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert diagnosed with a recurrence of ovarian cancer | Tennis News

Former tennis World No. 1 Chris Evert has been diagnosed with a recurrence of ovarian cancer and has started another round of treatment, she announced on Friday.
The Hall of Famer, who serves as a tennis analyst for ESPN, said she will not be able to cover the 2024 Australian Open in Melbourne in January with the network after the latest diagnosis, but said she’ll “be ready for the rest of the Grand Slam season!”
“While this is a diagnosis I never wanted to hear, I once again feel fortunate that it was caught early. Based on a PET CT scan, I underwent another robotic surgery this past week. Doctors found cancer cells in the same pelvic region. All cells were removed, and I have begun another round of chemotherapy,” Evert, 68, said in a statement.
In December 2021, Evert was diagnosed with an early stage of ovarian cancer, which was discovered after she scheduled a preventative hysterectomy following the death of her ser Jeanne, who passed from ovarian cancer in 2020 at the age of 62.
“I encourage everyone to know your family hory and advocate for yourself,” Evert said. “Early detection saves lives. Be thankful for your health this holiday season.”
Evert has won 18 Grand Slam singles titles and was inducted into the International Hall of Fame in 1995.