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Chris Evert says ovarian cancer has returned, will skip Wimbledon
Original: Tennis legend Chris Evert says ovarian cancer has returned, will skip Wimbledon
Tennis legend Chris Evert has announced that her ovarian cancer has returned and that she will not take part in broadcasting duties at Wimbledon as she begins treatment again. News outlets across the United States are carrying the announcement, with tributes and messages of support pouring in for the 18-time Grand Slam champion and longtime ESPN commentator.
Why now: The announcement of a recurrence of cancer in one of tennis's most beloved figures is major health news ahead of Wimbledon.
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- Tennis legend Chris Evert says ovarian cancer has returned, will skip Wimbledon · ABC7 Chicago
- Tennis legend Chris Evert says ovarian cancer has returned, will skip Wimbledon · 6abc Philadelphia
- Tennis legend Chris Evert says ovarian cancer has returned, will skip Wimbledon · ABC11 News
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