Tennents takes the lead at NI Open
NI drinks giant, Tennent’s NI, has thrown its weight behind the 2016 Tayto Northern Ireland Open in Partnership with Ulster Bank, which gets underway at Galgorm Castle near Ballymena tomorrow (July 28).
For the second year in succession, the company will be a main sponsor of what is increasingly recognised as one of the highlights of the European Challenge Tour, with an all-time attendance record set last year at 39,423 spectators.
Preparing to swing in behind the tournament, Jeff Tosh, sales director for Tennent’s NI, says the event is part of an amazing summer of sport in Northern Ireland: “Following hot on the heels of incredible football, we’re now looking forward to incredible golf: Summer sport doesn’t get much better or more exciting than this!
“As always, we’re delighted to have Tennent’s NI and its portfolio of brands at the heart of the action. Our world class portfolio is a perfect match for the world-class golf which will be delighting the crowds at the NI Open and we are thrilled to be giving our support to the great team who are staging this fantastic event, bringing global golf to Northern Ireland.”
Welcoming Tennent’s NI on board, Ross Oliver, event manager of the NI Open says he’s very happy to have secured the support of the company again for the 2016 NI Open in partnership with Ulster Bank:
“Tennent’s, Magners, Heverlee and Roundstone will go down very well in the 19th hole, and to help people enjoy their day to the full we’ve organised a free bus shuttle service from Ballymena bus and rail station, supported by event partner Translink,” he added.
“Tennent’s NI joins an ‘A List’ of corporate supporters whose support is essential to our success. It is thanks to their investment and confidence that we are able to stage an event of international calibre and reputation featuring big names like Michael Hoey, Damien McGrane and Peter Lawrie, as well as up and coming stars Chris Selfridge, Ruaidhri McGee and Cormac Sharvin”.
The general public are invited to register online at www.niopen.golf to access free admission tickets.
Our picture shows Ross Oliver (left), event manager of the NI Open, with Jeff Tosh, sales director for Tennent’s NI, and the winner’s trophy.
