Watch match highlights of Watson v Lepchenko

Heather Watson has defeated Varvara Lepchenko in straight sets in the opening round of the women's singles at the Aegon International, Eastbourne.

The British No.2 ran out a 6-3, 6-4 winner over the American world No.27 to delight the home crowds on Centre Court at Devonshire Park.

Earlier Elena Vesnina upset seventh seed Ana Ivanovic, coming from a set behind to triumph 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 whilst former winner Marion Bartoli was a comfortable 6-3, 6-2 victor over Italy's Flavia Pennetta.