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They were world-class tennis rivals. Now friends, they've teamed up against cancer

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Two tennis legends who once battled as fierce rivals have found a different kind of partnership. According to NPR News, Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova are now close friends who have both faced cancer. The pair open up about their friendship, health struggles, and retirement in a new documentary called 'Chris and Martina: The Final Set.' Their story shows how life's greatest challenges can transform intense competition into deep personal connection.

Source: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/29/nx-s1-5874696/chris-evert-...

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