Gabriela Dabrowski Shares Breast Cancer Battle During Historic Tennis Season

The Canadian tennis star delayed treatment to compete at Wimbledon and the Paris Olympics, winning a bronze medal and the WTA Finals.

Gabriela Dabrowski, 32, revealed she was diagnosed with breast cancer in April 2024 after discovering a lump during a 2023 self-exam that was initially dismissed by doctors.
Despite undergoing two surgeries, radiation therapy, and other treatments, Dabrowski delayed further care to compete in Wimbledon and the Paris Olympics.
She reached the Wimbledon doubles final with Erin Routliffe and won a historic mixed doubles bronze medal for Canada at the Paris Olympics with Felix Auger-Aliassime.
Dabrowski concluded her 2024 season by winning the WTA Finals doubles title, finishing the year ranked No. 3 in the world in doubles.
By sharing her story, she aims to raise awareness about early detection and emphasize the importance of mental, physical, and emotional support during health challenges.