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Wimbledon 2017: Johanna Konta enjoys British success while Andy Murray wants more

Johanna Konta says the British success at this year's Wimbledon is "great to be part of" and these are exciting times for home fans at the tournament.

Konta, Andy Murray, Heather Watson and Aljaz Bedene all won on Wednesday as four British players reached round three for the first time in 20 years.

Kyle Edmund can join them if he beats Gael Monfils on Thursday.

"It is happening because we have got some great players," Konta said. "I think that is a good enough reason."

Konta beat Croatia's Donna Vekic 7-6 (7-4) 4-6 10-8 in a thrilling match on Centre Court after Watson's 6-0 6-4 win over Latvian 18th seed Anastasija Sevastova.