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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Michael Toledo

What Is Emma Navarro's Chronic Illness? Health Issues and Weight Gain Explained After Cruel US Open Comments

Emma Navarro has reached the US Open quarter-finals after battling health issues earlier this season (Credit: Emma Navarro/Instagram)

Emma Navarro has battled her way into the US Open quarter-finals after months of health struggles, but the American tennis star's impressive comeback has been accompanied by cruel online comments targeting her body.

Navarro, 25, has faced remarks about her appearance and alleged weight gain during the tournament, including posts that surfaced around her opening-round victory over Lois Boisson. The criticism comes after it was reported during Wimbledon that Navarro has hypothyroidism, a chronic condition that can cause weight gain and fatigue.

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