Monica Seles opens up about mg

Tennis legend Monica Seles discusses her 2022 MG diagnosis ahead of the US Open and aims to raise awareness.

Monica Seles reveals myasthenia gravis diagnosis

Monica Seles, now 51, has shared that she was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis in 2022 and is speaking publicly for the first time. In an interview with The Associated Press, she described how symptoms like double vision and arm weakness appeared during her tennis days and how managing the condition has become part of her daily life.

MG is a chronic autoimmune disease that weakens voluntary muscles, a fact the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke notes can affect people at any age. Seles, a nine time Grand Slam champion, says she wants to help others understand MG and reduce the stigma around it. She is partnering with argenx to promote Go for Greater, a campaign to raise awareness and support those living with MG. She spoke of adapting to a new normal and used a tennis metaphor to explain resilience when facing resets in life, including a 1993 stabbing that altered her career.

Public figures sharing health battles can reshape how audiences view illness and resilience. Seles presents MG as a challenge to be managed, not a limit on potential, and her openness may encourage others to seek diagnosis and care.

The collaboration with a pharmaceutical company points to a broader trend of patient advocacy work tied to brand campaigns; transparency and independent reporting will be key. As the US Open approaches, sports platforms can amplify medical education and community support, but coverage should balance awareness with privacy and sponsorship scrutiny.

Highlights

A diagnosis does not define a champion it can widen the circle of support