Heather Watson

British tennis player, Wimbledon competitor

Heather Watson - British tennis player, Wimbledon competitor
Born

May 19th, 1992
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1992, a professional tennis player represented Great Britain. Achieved success on the Women's Tennis Association tour and gained prominence in singles competition. Won the mixed doubles title at the 2016 Australian Open. Competed in multiple Grand Slam tournaments, including reaching the fourth round of Wimbledon in 2015. Contributed to Great Britain's victory in the Fed Cup.

Won the mixed doubles title at the 2016 Australian Open

Reached the fourth round at Wimbledon in 2015

Competed for Great Britain in the Fed Cup

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