Czech Republic tennis star Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with throat and breast cancer.
Former player
Martina Navratilova has won 18 Grand Slam titles in tennis. An American from the Czech Republic, she holds a record nine Wimbledon singles titles between 1978 and 1990.
Martina Navratilova, now 66, retired and became a commentator.
Two types of cancer
Martina was diagnosed with throat and breast cancer at the same time. This has sent shockwaves through the world of tennis to both legends and fans alike.
But Martina said, ‘Double pain is serious. But fixable. And I hope for a better outcome. However, I will fight with what I got.’
Trip cancellation
His plans to travel to Melbourne for the Australian Open have reportedly been cancelled. And at the end of this month, Martina will go to New York City, USA for medical treatment.