British Davis Cup tennis player Ross Hutchins has been diagnosed with cancer.

The 27-year-old, who specialises in doubles, announced on his Twitter account that he is suffering from Hodgkin's Lymphoma.

Hutchins has won five titles and represented Britain on seven occasions since making his debut in 2008.

Happy New Year to all!Unfortunately I will be away from tennis for a while as I was recently diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma..

— Ross Hutchins (@RoscoHutchins) January 6, 2013