Carlos Moya put an end to Paradorn Srichaphan's reign at the season-opening Tata Open.

Moya dethroned the defending champion with a 6-4 3-6 7-6 (7-5) triumph in Sunday's final of the £206,000 hardcourt tournament.

Completing the win in just under two hours, Moya became the fourth top-seeded player to claim the TATA crown.

The 27-year-old Spaniard won his 15th ATP title with his second victory over Srichaphan.

Last year, he picked up three titles, reached the final at two other events and qualified for the Tennis Masters Cup in Houston.

By winning this Australian Open tune-up, Moya collected a first prize of £28,000 and 35 ATP points.

Srichaphan, who saved six match points in Saturday's semi-final against Tommy Robredo, lost for only the second time in 15 matches here.

He reached his third straight Tata Open final and earned £16,500 and 24 ranking points.