Wimbledon 2022: Heather Watson’s Wimbledon run ends at the hands of Jule Niemeier on Centre Court

Heather Watson’s brilliant Wimbledon run came to an end at the hands of Jule Niemeier. The 30-year-old Brit lit up the opening week at SW19, as she advanced to the fourth round for the first time in her career — but it came to an end on Centre Court on Sunday. Ad/> Watson struggled on serve and could not cope with the power of her German opponent, who wrapped up a 6-2 6-4 win.

WimbledonWimbledon order of play, Day 7 — When are Djokovic, Alcaraz, Watson and Norrie playing?17 HOURS AGO Speaking afterwards on court, Niemeier said: «I can’t believe it, definitely not. »I just want to say sorry for kicking out a British player today. «The atmosphere was incredible, I was nervous.

But as soon as I stepped onto the court I felt pretty comfortable. »I tried to focus on my game play point by point, and it went well. I’m super proud of myself.

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