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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Tennis Legend Bjorn Borg Reveals Aggressive Cancer Battle
Caption: Tennis Legend Bjorn Borg Reveals Aggressive Cancer Battle. Tennis great Bjorn Borg has revealed he is living with what doctors described as an “extremely aggressive” form of prostate cancer. The 69-year-old made the announcement in the final chapter of his autobiography, saying the disease was at its most advanced stage when diagnosed but vowing to “fight every day like it’s a Wimbledon final”. Borg, who won 11 Grand Slam titles including five straight Wimbledon championships before retiring at just 25, is now in remission following surgery in 2024. Speaking to BBC Breakfast, he admitted the diagnosis was psychologically difficult. Doctors warned him the cancer could return, so he undergoes tests every six months. His most recent check-up was just two weeks ago. Borg said he had monitored himself for years before a problem was found in 2023. Despite feeling healthy, further tests confirmed the cancer. Reflecting on the journey, he said: “I hope I’m going to be OK. I take it day by day, year by year, hopefully.” Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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