Tennis legend Pete Sampras tragically reveals wife Bridgitte's ovarian cancer fight: "Hard to watch some you love go through a challenge like this"

Pete Sampras revealed that his wife, Bridgette Wilson-Sampras, has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer and asked for well-wishes from fans.

The 14-time Grand Slam champion took to his social media to share the unfortunate news of his wife's battle with ovarian cancer. Pete Sampras made a statement through the ATP's social media platforms.

According to his statement, they learned of Bridgette Wilson-Sampras' diagnosis at the end of 2022, and they have been going through a challenging time as a family:

"As most have come to know, I am a pretty quiet and private person. However, this past year has been an exceptionally challenging time for my family, and I have decided to share what's been going on," he began the statement.

"Last December, my wife, Bridgette, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Since then, she has had major surgery, pushed through chemotherapy and continues with targeted maintenance therapy," former world No. 1 added.

"It is hard to watch someone you love go through a challenge like this. However, seeing our boys step up and be such strong supporters of Bridgette, myself and each other has been amazing," he added, referring to sons Christian, 20, and Ryan, 18.

"I will end this by humbly asking for good thoughts and prayers for our family as Bridgette continues to thrive on her healing journey," Sampras concluded.

Sampras is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players in history. He achieved the top ranking as world No. 1 consistently from 1993 to 1998.

His impressive total of 14 Grand Slam victories held the record until Roger Federer surpassed it. Among his Slam titles, Sampras claimed seven Wimbledon championships, five US Open titles, and two Australian Open triumphs.

In a remarkable feat, Sampras, at the age of only 19 years and 28 days, became the youngest-ever men's singles champion at the US Open in 1990. Twelve years later, he bid farewell to the US Open after securing his fifth major victory on home soil.