Former American cyclist and three-time Tour de France winner Greg Lemond revealed that he has leukemia.
He said he is being treated for chronic myeloleukemia.
“No one ever wants to hear the word ‘cancer,’ but now I’m very relieved to know why I wasn’t feeling well.
Fortunately, this type of cancer is treatable and not life-threatening or debilitating.
The doctors and I have made a decision about treatment, which will begin this week. I should feel better in a few weeks and my routine will be only slightly altered in the near future. I have been told that I should go into remission in a few months.
The long term prognosis is very favorable. I’m lucky to have a great medical team and the full support of my family, friends and colleagues,” said Lemond, 60.