Olympic champion Jess Fox had surgery in August 2025 to remove a tumour from her left kidney.
Key Facts
- Athlete: Jess Fox, canoe slalom
- Surgery: removal of a tumour from her left kidney
- Missed: remaining World Cup events in Slovenia and Augsburg
- Also missed: the 2025 World Championships in Penrith
Recovery
The surgery was successful. Fox later withdrew from the World Championships in Sydney while she recovered.
Update
By late September she was recovering well. By November she was back in whitewater training.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jess Fox have surgery?
To remove a tumour from her left kidney.
Which events did she miss?
The rest of the World Cup and the 2025 World Championships.
Is she back training?
Yes, she returned to whitewater training by November.
Conclusion
Fox’s health came first. She has since returned to training.
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