Tennis champion Venus Williams is one of the greatest athletes in the world, but she's secretly been living with pain for years that nearly sidelined her. She opens up to NBC News Now anchor Zinhle Essamuah about her fibroids, which are benign tumors that can grow in the uterus, and how doctors dismissed her symptoms for years.

July 3, 2025 Venus Williams on Having Fibroid Symptoms Dismissed for Years Tennis champion Venus Williams is one of the greatest athletes in the world, but she's secretly been living with pain for years that nearly sidelined her. She opens up to NBC News Now anchor Zinhle Essamuah about her fibroids, which are benign tumors that can grow in the uterus, and how doctors dismissed her symptoms for years. READ MORE Jumpstart July: One month FREE to transform your wellness 💪 Subscription includes a 7-day free trial. After the trial ends, you will be automatically charged $65.99 (plus tax)/year for an annual subscription or $9.99 (plus tax)/month for a monthly subscription until you cancel. Must be 18+. Cancel anytime through Apple under Profile Settings. View all terms. Kate Middleton Reveals Struggles After Cancer Treatment WATCH NOW Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2026: See Who Made the List! WATCH NOW How to Stay Safe on Boats This Summer WATCH NOW Saw it on TODAY 3RD HOUR OF TODAY Sunscreen Safety 101: How to Reapply, When to Replace It, More WATCH NOW TODAY WITH JENNA & FRIENDS Is It OK to Take Your Husband's Last Name Before the Wedding? WATCH NOW SHOP TODAY Amazon Prime Day Preview: Up to 49% off on Instant Pot, Oral-B and More Early Deals WATCH NOW Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters Copyright © 2025 TODAY | 30 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10112 View in Browser | Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy