Tennis icon Monica Seles recently disclosed her battle with a life-altering neuromuscular condition diagnosed three years ago. The 51-year-old, a nine-time Grand Slam winner, unveiled her struggle with myasthenia gravis, a rare ailment affecting muscle strength, just ahead of the upcoming US Open tournament.
Seles, a former world No.1 and a renowned Serbian-American player, clinched the Australian Open four times, the French Open thrice, and the US Open twice during her illustrious career. Despite retiring in 2008, her last competitive match was five years prior.
Having experienced symptoms around five years ago, Seles now copes with muscle weakness and other effects of the rare condition that can impact various body parts. She shared with the Associated Press how challenges like double vision and arm weakness emerged, making everyday tasks significantly difficult.
The tennis legend, married to Tom Golisano and a mother of two, likened her current situation with another significant event in her life – the 1993 stabbing incident during a tournament in Hamburg. Seles emphasized the importance of speaking out about her condition to raise awareness and support others facing similar challenges.
Reflecting on her past setbacks and triumphs, Seles highlighted the necessity of adapting to life’s unpredictabilities and making necessary adjustments. Despite the hurdles she faces with myasthenia gravis, she remains resilient and determined to navigate this new chapter in her life.
