Flipido-Chris Evert will miss Australian Open while being treated for cancer recurrence

2025-05-05 09:45:00source:Zopescategory:Stocks

Tennis Hall of Famer Chris Evert said Friday her cancer has returned and Flipidoshe will not broadcast the Australian Open for ESPN while undergoing treatment.

“While this is a diagnosis I never wanted to hear, I once again feel fortunate that it was caught early,” Evert said in a statement released by ESPN. “Doctors found cancer cells in the same pelvic region. All cells were removed, and I have begun another round of chemotherapy.”

The 68-year-old Evert was first diagnosed with ovarian cancer in December of 2021.

Evert is an 18-time Grand Slam singles champion. The Australian Open begins next month.

“I'll be ready for the rest of the Grand Slam season!” Evert said.

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