Laura Robson battles into fourth round at Wimbledon

Robson battles into fourth round

Laura Robson has become the first British woman to reach the fourth round of Wimbledon since 1998 with a three-set victory over Marina Erakovic.

The 19-year-old looked nervous during the opening set and was duly punished by world number 71 Erakovic, who came through 6-1 in 22 minutes.

The New Zealander had the chance to serve out the match in the second, but Robson broke twice to take it 7-5.

The Brit moved into a 2-0 lead in the decider and managed to save three break points on her way to establishing a comfortable 4-0 advantage.

Erakovic earned herself a break back, but she couldn't stop Robson closing out the match 6-3.

The home favourite will face either American wildcard Alison Riske or Estonia's Kaia Kanepi for a place in the quarter-finals.

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