Simon edges Troicki 7-5, 6-3 to win Thailand Open

After both players broke serve during the opening stages of the first set, Simon converted on his second break opportunity at 5-6 Troicki serving to seal a one-set lead. 

The second set involved a much easier scoreline for Simon, capitalizing on his lone break point chance to claim the third hard court title of his career, and fifth overall. 

Simon's solid performance throughout the one hour and 15 minute final included hitting seven aces, winning 76 percent of his first serve points, and not committing any double faults. 

Troicki, by contrast, made numerous unforced errors and never found his groove throughout his first final of the season. 

The Serbian had previously recorded a finals appearance in Washington, D.C. (2008) as his best tour performance. 

The world No. 32 will regain a position in the world's top 20, when the rankings are released on Monday.