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Known Admirer of Kate Middleton, Chris Evert Sends Reassuring Message to the Princess After Her Cancer Diagnosis

Published 03/23/2024, 2:05 PM EDT

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Following the heartbreaking announcement of the royal’s cancer diagnosis, tennis legend Chris Evert showed her heartfelt support for Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge. Well-known for her respect and love for Middleton, Evert sent the princess a note of solidarity and positivity in this trying time.

The former World No. 1 tennis player is often seen in the Royal Box along with the royal family during Wimbledon matches. Her meeting with the Prince and the Princess of Wales has also caught attention in the world of tennis for quite a while now. Therefore, when it comes to standing by her side in times of need, Chris Evert does not shy away from publicly displaying her kindness toward Kate Middleton during her tough times.

“You got this”: Evert’s heartfelt message for Duchess

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Kate Middleton posted a video update on her health on Friday afternoon, announcing that she has cancer and is undergoing preventive treatment for it. Chris Evert, who has experienced a similar struggle in her life, soon came in support of the Princess of Wales. As an avid admirer of Middleton herself, Evert took to social media and conveyed her emotions. She offered the adored princess a ray of hope and courage amid the chaos: “Sending Catherine, The Princess of Wales, strength, healing, and positive energy during her cancer journey. You got this!”

Chris Evert, last year enjoyed with Princess Charlotte in the royal box at a Wimbledon match. The prince and the princess invited her themselves. It caught a lot of attention among her fans worldwide. Her love and admiration for the royal family is, therefore, very apparent. Almost a year ago, during a podcast, Evert also disclosed how Kate Middleton is a fan of tennis. Owing to her bond with Middleton, Evert’s message resonated with compassion in the Princess’s difficult times.

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Chris Evert has herself gone through the ordeal of battling with ovarian cancer since 2021. Having dealt with her own experience, she now often comes forward to support individuals who are facing similar complexities. Evert’s colleague Hannah Storm’s recent revelation on the subject further emphasized it.

Chris Evert as a “blessing”

Just a few days ago, popular ESPN anchor Hannah Storm expressed her gratitude for the support she received from Chris Evert. Storm was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year. However, she revealed that she feels lucky as she knew whom to call for guidance after receiving the bad news. She further added that having her friend and colleague, Chris Evert, by her side was like a “blessing”.

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Messages of hope and solidarity shine like lights in the face of hardship, guiding the way to recovery and resilience. The 69-year-old Chris Evert never fails to show her kindness and empathy by supporting people. Be it Kate Middleton or Hannah Storm, Evert has nothing but love and support for people who are fighting this difficult battle.

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Ankita Banerjee

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Ankita Banerjee is a Tennis writer at EssentiallySports. She seamlessly blends her keen interest in writing with an ability to analytically comprehend things. During her college days, she contributed numerous articles to the college magazine, showcasing her early passion.
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Bilal Handoo