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The tennis world was rocked to its core when iconic athlete Martina Navratilova told the world about her throat and neck cancer diagnosis. Recently, pro skier Lindsey Vonn shared an update about Martina’s health after she met her at the Wimbledon Tournament. The alpine skier Lindsey Vonn posted an update on her Instagram account, regarding Martina’s health.

The eighteen-time Grand Slam Champion had a tough time in 2022 because of her illness. She took a break from her job as a studio analyst and sought treatment. After treatment, the cancer went into remission, and the sixty-six-year-old is back to her broadcast table at the Tennis channel. Her story is one of resilience and endurance, and Lindsey could resonate with it.

Lindsey Vonn Celebrating Martina Navratilova’s Triumph Over Cancer

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Vonn has 82 World Cup titles to her name. She earned them through both hard work and determination. Naturally, the skier has a deep appreciation for athletes who overcome adversity. She was moved by Navratilova’s battle with cancer and her subsequent triumph over the disease. Recently Vonn attended the prestigious Wimbledon Purple Carpet event on the third day of the tournament. She looked glamorous in a bright yellow shirt, pink and beige Gucci pants. She finished the look with white heels and a gold watch. The pro skier posed for photos with professional tennis players and also showed great appreciation for the sport.

In an Instagram post, captioned, “happy to see some dear friends and to cheer them on in person again,” she posed next to legends such as Iga Swiatek, Jannik Sinner, Ons Jabeur, Ana Bogdan, Rennae Stubbs, and her close friend Roger Federer. She also shouted at Martina Navratilova and mentioned that she was “even happier to see” her “healthy and smiling.”

Vonn was clearly in fan mode when she met all these tennis legends, especially Martina. The pro tennis player was planning a new chapter in her life when the cancer ruined her plans.

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Martina Navratilova Exploring Hopes Of Motherhood Before Diagnosis

The Czech-American athlete was in the process of adopting a child with her partner Julia Lemigova. She had to postpone the adoption plans, which left her devastated. She was in a state of “total panic for three days” after the diagnosis. Her days of treatment weren’t elementary, either. Martina needed radiation therapy daily for the next three weeks and three rounds of chemotherapy. She described it as the “hardest thing I’ve ever done.”

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From such a low point to bouncing back so quickly, Martina surely deserves huge praise. She inspires others not to be weighed down by trouble and sickness, but to fight through it all. Everyone who hears her story will resonate with Lindsey Vonn’s sentiments toward her.

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