Serena Williams couldn’t hold back the tears, had to interrupt her video message after a few seconds and start again.
“I can’t do it, it’s too hard for me,” said the 40-year-old. The reason: “Last year my friend Esther was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.” This is a malignant tumor disease of the pancreas, which is fatal for many people affected.
Dr. Esther Lee was the physiotherapist of Serena and sister Venus for years and became an integral part of the team and the world careers of the two tennis players.
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“It was a huge part of my own health journey. Now it needs our help in the fight against pancreatic cancer,” said Serena Williams in the video that she published on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Serena Williams pledges support
At the LA Cancer Challenge, she and her family are now starting for Team Esther.
“We would like to support Esther and everyone who is fighting against this disease,” said the 23-time Grand Slam tournament winner. “Please, join in and help generate awareness for this issue. Let’s make sure that no one has to fight this alone.”
Lee himself had also published a video. The great affection, the many presents and good wishes would have given her a “second chance to see life in a completely different way”. She now wants to help others who are in the same situation.
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