Driving distance leader on PGA Tour Champions continues to excel with golf’s only Vertical Groove driver; Vertical Groove driver is now available in Denmark & several countries throughout Europe
Boston, MA … August 23, 2017 … The cutting-edge Vertical Groove Driver, which has already captured two victories on the PGA TOUR Champions – including a Major Championship -will be played by two-time major champion, John Daly, in the European TOUR’s upcoming Made in Denmark Open, August 24-27.
With John Daly leading the way, the Vertical Groove Driver is currently ranked #1 and #2 in driving distance on the PGA TOUR Champions. On the heels of Competing in the 146th Open Championship followed by the Senior Open Championship, the Made in Denmark Open marks the 2nd/3rd European TOUR property where Daly will tee-it-up with the Vertical Groove Driver.
“Backed by two prominent victories and with the Vertical Groove Driver currently ranked #1 and #2 in driving distance on the PGA TOUR Champions, more golfers on US-based professional tours are using our driver,” said Rubin Hanan, COO/Managing Partner, Vertical Groove Golf. “With John Daly competing in European TOUR events, and with distribution agreements in place throughout Europe, we are excited to showcase the innovative new driver to a global audience of professionals and amateurs throughout Europe.”
The innovative Vertical Groove Driver, which continues to gain popularity amongst professionals and amateurs in the US, is expanding distribution globally. Through an international distribution agreement with Slaisman ltd, the Vertical Groove Driver is currently available for golfers in Scandanavian countries, including Denmark, host of the Made in Denmark Open. Additionally, through an agreement with Anemoi Sport the innovative driver is available throughout the UK.
The cutting edge Vertical Groove Driver, which conforms to the Rules of Golf, is designed to reduce spin at impact, forcing tighter dispersion and leading to, on average, up to 40% straighter ball flight and up to 10 yards further in driving distance.
The 450cc Vertical Groove Driver, which is available in both right and left handed models, is offered in 8, 9.5, 10.5 and 12 degree lofts (right) and 9.5 and 10.5 degree lofts (left), while featuring a full range of Aldila premium grade, tour-proven aftermarket NV2K series shafts as standard. The available flexes include: 45 gram L (Ladies), 50 gram A (Senior), 55 gram R (Regular), 65 gram S (Stiff) and 65 gram X (Extra-stiff). At a length of 45.5 inches, the Vertical Groove Driver provides an optimum launch angle while maximizing carry distance and ball speed for many players. It is equipped with Golf Pride Tour Velvet grips in standard, midsize and oversize models. Alternative shaft options from Fujikura, Mitsubishi and Aldila also will be available. Suggested retail price of the Vertical Groove Driver is $399.99.
More information on the Vertical Groove Driver is available at www.vertgolf.com or via social media profiles on Facebook and YouTube at Vertical Groove Golf, and @vertgolf on Twitter.
Vertical Groove Golf, LLC
Vertical Groove Golf, LLC is the golf industry’s newest original equipment manufacturer, and the first company to bring to market a golf club with vertical grooves on the club face. Backed by extensive testing from the leading independent testing facility in golf, the driver is proven to deliver better accuracy and greater distance off the tee. Guided by a leadership team comprised of accomplished business executives, and complemented by veteran golf equipment design and marketing experts, the Company’s Headquarters is located in Boston, MA, with its manufacturing facility based in Jupiter, FL. For more information on Vertical Groove Golf, please visit www.vertgolf.com.
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