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Wimbledon: Write Heather Watson off at your peril, says Mark Petchey

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Mark Petchey praised British No 1 Heather Watson after she progressed to the third round of Wimbledon where she will face Serena Williams

Mark Petchey has warned you write off Heather Watson at your peril as she prepares to take on world No 1 Serena Williams for a place in the fourth round at Wimbledon.

British No 1 Watson secured her date against the top-ranked American with a stunning 6-4 6-2 victory over Czech star Daniela Hantuchova on Wednesday.

"This will be the ultimate test for Heather," said Sky Sports pundit Petchey. "But let's not underestimate how good Heather can play."

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