Begu wins first WTA title in five years

"This place is special for me because part of my family lives here," Begu said.

It was the fifth singles title of the 31-year-old's career, having also won nine doubles events.

Begu, who'd shown good form on clay by reaching the last-16 at the French Open, hadn't won a title since a tournament in her home country's capital Bucharest, nearly five years ago to the day. 

But merciless in her attack on Bronzetti's second serve, she dominated the world No.78 who was playing in her first tour-level final.