Spanish tennis player Carla Suarez Navarro announced in a tweet that she has been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and will have to undergo chemotherapy for six months. She had previously retired from the 2020 US Open for health reasons. Post her announced that they have received support from the entire tennis fraternity. Tennis gods Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal also sent good wishes.
There has been a surge of support for her from many tennis players, including Novak Djokovic who tweeted
“Carla, you are such a fighter and I have no doubt you will make it. Be positive and come back soon. “
His compatriot Rafael Nadal tweeted said “Carla so much strength in these difficult moments in life. Definitely as you say positively, the strength you always had and the necessary help you get! “
Del Potro tweeted saying “A lot of strength, Carla !! A big hug”
Simona Halep also sent Carla a message of support saying “Carla. I am so shocked and sad to read this news. I am thinking of you and I know that a strong and special person like you can do it. Big kisses, Simo “
Madison Keys tweeted saying “I think of you and send you all the energy and positive thoughts!
Petra Kvitova also made her support known by tweeting “Carlita, if I know anyone who can handle it, it’s you! You are a fighter and a great champion with a lot of positivity. Sending strength and hugs “
Official Twitter handles of Roland Garros and Wimbledon also made their support known by tweeting
“We are with you, Carla! So much courage and so much strength as a champion! A hug “and “I wish you the best for your recovery, Carla.”
Carla Suarez Navarro reached the 6 quarter-finals of the Grand Slam, represented Spain in the Fed Cup and finished sixth in the world rankings.
