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  • 22 May 2013
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UPDATED: 15th May 2012

Heather Watson: 'I had some champagne to celebrate!'

Report by Katie Lamborn

Heather Watson has been talking about her victory at the Japan Open.

The 20-year-old, who became the first British woman in 24 years to win a WTA singles event, said: "The feeling was just amazing."

"I felt so happy, and became quite emotional.

"What did I do to celebrate? Well I had a special dinner and even some champagne!

"I don't even like champagne! But thought it had to be done."

Watson played Chang Kai-chen of Taiwan in the match winning 7-5, 5-7, 7-6.

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