Kleybanova to return to WTA after finishing cancer treatment

Last July 15, on her 22nd birthday, Alisa Kleybanova announced she was leaving the WTA to get treated for Hodgkin's lymphoma. The Russian, who had ascended to a career-high of No. 20 earlier in the year, wrote a brave message to her fans explaining the process and her mindset.

Seven months later, Kleybanova is back with a new message. She's returning to the sport next month in Key Biscayne.

Hi to all my friends and fans!

It has been a long time since my last message... and now I really want to get back in touch with you and share all the great things and emotions I have!

I finished my treatments in December and a couple of weeks ago I did my last tests in Italy. The treatments were successful, my doctors are happy with my health and I'm feeling great!

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