Heather Watson defeated Tamara Korpatsch 6–7 7–5 6–2 in the first round of Wimbledon on grass on 27 June 2022, confirming her status as pre-match favourite with odds of 1.44. The British player recovered from losing a tight opening set in a tie-break to dominate the latter stages, taking control in the second set before securing a commanding third to progress. Watson's ability to regain composure after the opening-set disappointment proved decisive against the German opponent, who could not maintain the intensity required on the grass surface. The victory marked an important early-round success for Watson at the Championships, positioning her to build momentum in the tournament.