Munich (Germany): Andy Murray described his first clay-court victory as an "honour" as he ended a 39-year wait for a British winner on the surface by taking the BMW Open in Munich.


Andy Murray poses with the winner's trophy in Munich yesterday. Pic/AFP 

The 27-year-old, playing in his first tournament since marrying long-term girlfriend Kim Sears last month, was pushed all the way by Philipp Kohlschreiber, but came through to take the win in just over three hours.