Heather Watson breaks new ground with place in Wimbledon fourth round

  • Watson survives late drama to beat Kaja Juvan 7-6 (6), 6-2
  • The 30-year-old will play Jule Niemeier for a quarter-final spot

Heather Watson has broken new ground in her tennis career by reaching the fourth round of a grand slam for the first time after a drama-filled win over Kaja Juvan at Wimbledon.

Playing at her 12th Wimbledon and in her 43rd major tournament, the British number four thrilled No 1 Court with a landmark 7-6 (6), 6-2 victory. She may now be 30 and outside the world’s top 100, but Watson is suddenly enjoying the summer of her career 12 years after making her Wimbledon debut.

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