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Achille Polonara will undergo adjuvant chemotherapy after surgery for testicular cancer, keeping him out of competition for at least four weeks.

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Virtus Segafredo Bologna have officially announced that Achille Polonara is set to commence a cycle of adjuvant chemotherapy in the coming days.

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This necessary step will keep him away from competitions for a minimum of four weeks.

Following this period, his potential return to the group will be re-evaluated, as mentioned in the official report. In the interim, Polonara will resume individual training.

The 31-year-old Italian underwent surgery earlier this month to address a testicular neoplasm, commonly known as testicular cancer.

Polonara displayed resilience by participating in the 2023-24 EuroLeague opener against Zalgiris Kaunas. In the game, he contributed with 3 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 block in 10 minutes of play.

Polonara joined Virtus on a 2-year deal this past summer, following the conclusion of the 2022-23 campaign with Zalgiris.

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