31.01.2012
FootJoy AMBASSADOR ROBERT ROCK POWERS TO VICTORY IN ABU DHABI
FootJoy, the #1 Shoe and Glove in Golf, has recorded yet another victory on the European Tour with brand ambassador, Robert Rock overcoming one of the strongest fields ever assembled at a European Tour event. The 34-year old Englishman shot a composed two under par 70 to finish 13 under par on Sunday evening in the Abu Dhabi sunshine. Rock was unbreakable all week remaining calm and unfazed as he fought off challenges from the biggest names in golf including World #2 and FootJoy loyalist Rory McIlroy who was runner up for the second year in a row, finishing on 12 under par.
Brand Ambassador Rock strode up the 72nd hole on his way to victory in style, wearing FJ ICON™ MyJoys. FJ ICON represents the best in style with a variety of sleek upper patterns and colour options. Memory foam inserts, ICON Torque Bar, and Dual OptiFlex™ technology deliver the tour proven performance, which players such as World #1 Luke Donald rely on. FootJoy’s flagship shoe was designed and developed to create the ultimate experience, and it is this reason that FJ ICON shoes are on the feet of elite Tour Professionals around the world.
Runner-up Rory McIlroy pushed Rock all the way putting his trust in FJ SPORT™, integrating proven performance attributes and premium materials. Full grain leather uppers allow for extreme levels of breathability, support and comfort with tensile strength. ProofGuard™ membrane technology provides exceptional waterproof protection and breathability. The 2011 US Open Champion also trusted the unrivalled fit, feel and performance of the FJ PureTouch™ glove.
“We are extremely pleased for Robert, as he began the tournament as 117th in the world but he proved that he can mix it with the best in the world. As a FootJoy Ambassador we hope his form continues throughout 2012 especially whilst wearing the increasingly popular FJ ICON & FJ ICON MyJoys”, commented Russell Lawes, FootJoy’s European Marketing Manager.
Whether it is the all round excellence of the all new FJ ICON™, the unrivalled stability of the XPS-1™, or the reliable and consistent performance of DryJoys Tour™, FootJoy remains the overwhelming favourite for golfers of all abilities around the world. FootJoy®. The #1 Shoe and Glove in Golf