CHICAGO – Wilson Sporting Goods Co., the club maker with more Major wins with its irons than any other brand, today celebrates Padraig Harrington’s victory at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open held in Endicott, N.Y. at En-Joie Golf Club. This is Harrington’s second-straight win at the tournament.
“Winning the same tournament two years in a row is a feat that’s tough to come by, so we are thrilled to celebrate Padraig being the first player to ever defend his title successfully at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Open,” said Bob Thurman, General Manager of Wilson Golf. “We’re proud to provide Padraig with the equipment that helped him claim his 37th career victory and we cannot wait to root for him next week as he looks to win his second-straight U.S. Senior Open.”
Harrington caught fire on the back nine of his final round, shooting an astonishing 7-under 28, earning the win by one stroke. The long-time Wilson ambassador birdied Nos. 12, 13, 14, 15 and 17, and added an eagle on No. 16 to get to a final score of 18-under-par at En-Joie Golf Club.
The relationship with Harrington, now in its 25th year, is the longest-running partnership between Chicago-based Wilson and its most successful Tour player of recent times, as this marks Harrington’s 37th professional win.
Harrington’s bag included:
Wilson Utility: 24-degree (4 iron)
Wilson CB Irons: 5 – 9, PW
Wilson Model Wedges: 52, 56 and 64 degree
For further information on all Wilson products, including woods, irons, wedges, putters, balls and accessories, visit: www.Wilson.com
About Wilson Golf
For more than 100 years, Wilson Golf has designed, manufactured and distributed premium and recreational golf equipment throughout the world. Since 1914, Wilson irons have won 62 major championships, more than any other iron manufacturer in history. The winning tradition continues today by delivering the highest quality equipment to all golfers to enhance performance on the course and overall enjoyment of the game.
About Wilson
Chicago-based Wilson Sporting Goods Co., a division of Amer Sports, is the world’s leading manufacturer of sports equipment, apparel and accessories. Through its dedication to creating products that enable athletes at every level to perform at their best, Wilson has earned its place as a leader in sporting goods for over a century.
Contact:
Annie Intrabartola – annie.intrabartola@wilson.com / 516-457-1410
