Chong Wei, who won the title in 2011 but ended up as runner-up last year, said he was grateful for all the support he got from the Indian fans.
"It was a tough match today. I am happy to have won it. Last year I lost in the final," said the world number oner shuttler from Malaysia at the Siri Fort Sports Complex here.
After winning the first game comfortably 21-15, Chong Wei went down in the second 18-21 before bagging the third and deciding one 21-17.
Asked what went wrong in the second game, Chong Wei said, "I always lose the second game."
Dedicating his win to his baby boy, Chong Wei said that he would be flying out tonight to Malaysia to take part in the Malaysian Open, starting on Tuesday.
"I am flying out tonight. Malaysian Open is the home tournament and everybody is expecting me there," he said.
"Tago played very well today. He has improved a lot since Hong Kong," Chong Wei said.
When reminded that he has beaten Tago in all the 13 matches they had played against each other, Chong Wei said, "I hope to continue the winning streak."
Stating that he was "happy" with the standard of play at the India Open, the Malaysian said, "I am always happy to come to India and hope to see you next year as well.
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