Johannesburg - Emirates Airline, the official airline of The European tour, has partnered with Darren Clarke to bring the recently selected European Ryder Cup captain to South Africa for the Joburg Open.
Clarke delighted the field at Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club on Tuesday when he took part in the Pro AM competition, leading one of Emirates’ Pro AM teams in the traditional curtain raiser ahead of the Joburg Open.
Fouad Caunhye, Emirates Regional Manager for Southern Africa said: “We are proud to have been able to play a part in bringing a player of Darren Clarke’s calibre to the Joburg Open. Through our involvement with golf, we are able to create a positive association between Emirates and the sport, and truly connect people with their passion. Our impressive network of more than 145 destinations enables avid golfers and fans to be part of their favourite golf tournament by flying with Emirates to some of the best golf courses around the world.”
Speaking about his partnership with Emirates for the Joburg Open Clarke said: “It is a great honour to be associated with a brand like Emirates that shares the same passion for the game of golf and has shown consistent dedication to the advancement of the game world-wide. Sponsors like Emirates play an important part in making golf a desirable sport and attracting new players to the game.”
The Joburg Open is one of 24 Emirates sponsored events that form part of the European Tour international schedule, which also includes the South African Open, the Emirates Australian Open, BMW PGA Championships (UK) and the Boeing Classic (USA) on the PGA Champions Tour in America.