Ferrer takes down Rochus in Auckland finale
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Top-seeded world No. 5 David Ferrer made easy work of Olivier Rochus on Saturday to take the title of the Heineken Open, a final hardcourt Australian Open tuneup.
The Spaniard earned his third career Auckland title in a match that was delayed by rain in the first set before Ferrer dispatched Belgium's Rochus 6-3, 6-4 at ASB Tennis Centre.
Ferrer reeled off nine aces and converted 3-of-4 break opportunities en route to his 12th career title.
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He collected $71,900 with the victory.
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