Watson defeated in Auckland

The British number one Heather Watson has lost her second round match against Kiki Bertens 6-4 3-6 6-3 at the ASB Classic in Auckland.

Watson had made it into the second round after defeating fifth seed Sorana Cirstea in the first round but converted five of 12 break-point chances against Bertens.

The British player struggled with her second serve, winning only four points in the first and third sets combined.

Watson remains in Auckland as she and partner Marina Erakovic are in the quarter-finals of the doubles tournament.

As the Australian Open begins on 14th January, Watson will head to Hobart for her final tournament before the grand slam begins.