Tennis legend Martina Navratilova, known for her remarkable career, has shared distressing news of her recent diagnosis with both throat and breast cancer. Despite her impressive tennis achievements, including nine Wimbledon titles, 332 weeks as the world’s number one player, and 59 grand slam titles, she is now facing a challenging health battle.
Navratilova discovered a lump on her neck two months ago and an enlarged lymph node during a medical checkup, leading to an early-stage throat cancer diagnosis. Additionally, unrelated to the throat cancer, she was diagnosed with breast cancer during further tests. This marks the second time she has faced breast cancer; she previously underwent treatment in 2010.
The 66-year-old tennis icon remains optimistic, stating, “This double whammy is serious but still fixable, and I’m hoping for a favorable outcome. It’s going to stink for a while, but I’ll fight with all I have got.” Navratilova is set to begin treatments for both cancers in the coming month. Her resilience and determination continue to inspire fans around the world.