10/03/2014

Elena Baltacha Diagnosed With Liver Cancer

Former British tennis player Elena Baltacha has revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer of the liver in a statement posted on Twitter.

The ex number one sportswoman said: "I have recently been diagnosed with cancer of the liver. I'm currently undergoing treatment and fighting this illness with everything I have."

Judy Murray, Captain of the Aegon GB Fed Cup Team said that he knows "she'll be really grateful for all the support that she's getting" and added: "Obviously this is a tough time for Bally, Nino and her family but she is a such a determined, upbeat person and everyone around her is staying positive as well."

(CVS/CD)

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