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“Pulling for you” – Martina Navratilova stands with Emma Navarro after American opens up on health struggles

Emma Navarro has received a heartwarming show of support from tennis legend Martina Navratilova after opening up about her health struggles in an emotional message.

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 10:04 AM
“Pulling for you” – Martina Navratilova stands with Emma Navarro after American opens up on health struggles
Key Things to Know
  • Martina Navratilova offered supportive words to Emma Navarro after Navarro publicly shared her recent health struggles.
  • Navarro revealed diagnoses of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and Hashimoto's hypothyroidism.
  • Navarro has concluded her 2026 tennis season early and plans to return to competition in Australia in 2027.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Martina Navratilova expressed her support for Emma Navarro after the 25-year-old American opened up about her recent health struggles. Navarro revealed diagnoses of RED-S and Hashimoto's hypothyroidism on social media, detailing her physical and emotional challenges. In light of her ongoing recovery, Navarro announced that she will end her 2026 season early and skip the Asian swing to focus on health and fueling protocols.

Navratilova encouraged Navarro on social media, telling her to prioritize self-care. Navarro, who reached the quarterfinals of the US Open before losing 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 to Jessica Pegula, plans to return to competition in Australia in 2027.

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