Szavay clinches home title

Schnyder loses three-setter in Budapest

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Szavay clinches home title

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Hungary's Agnes Szavay gave local supporters a thrilling climax to the GDF Suez Grand Prix in Budapest with a 2-6 6-4 2-6 victory over Patty Schnyder.

The Swiss top seed clinched the opening set as Szavay struggled with her serve, but the Hungarian hit back to level and send the match into a decider.

The local hero stormed into 5-1 lead and was able to waste two match points before serving out for the match.

The world number 37 was winning her third title on the WTA Tour.

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