Second-seeded Andy Murray overcame an injured Rafael Nadal 6-3, 4-6, 6-0 yesterday to become the first British winner at the ABN Amro tournament.

The top-ranked Nadal was bothered by a right-knee injury and had to call a medical timeout in the second set before deciding to continue the match.

"Rafael was hurt at the beginning of the second set," said Murray. "On one leg, he could still go on. That's how good he is."

Murray took the first set after breaking Nadal in the sixth game, but the Spaniard fought back in the second. However, he struggled with his serve in the third set because of his sore knee and Murray was able to seal the win with an ace.

Britain's Tim Henman was runner-up here three times, losing the 1999, 2000 and 2002 finals.

Appearing in his 41st career final, the Australian Open champion wasn't at his best, struggling to counter Murray's powerful service game.

After breaking Nadal's first game in the deciding set, Murray held on to claim his 10th career title.