Great Britain's Johanna Konta shakes hands with Czech Republic's Petra Kvitova (R) after victory in the third round Action Images via Reuters / Peter Cziborra
EASTBOURNE, England (Reuters) - Britain's Johanna Konta overwhelmed twice Wimbledon champion Petra Kvitova at the Aegon International on Wednesday, showing off her grass court credentials in an impressive display.
Konta, the 11th seed, let slip a 5-2 lead in the opening set but stormed back to win 5-7 6-4 6-0 on centre court by the seaside on England's Sussex coast.
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