The Fiji International has once again aligned with one of the country’s most famous exports; FIJI Water. FIJI Water will serve as the Official Water of the Fiji International which will be played at Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course from 6-9 October.
The synergy of the two brands aims to further highlight the beauty of Fiji. While FIJI Water is an iconic symbol for the island of Fiji recognized around the world, the Fiji International is quickly solidifying Fiji as an international golfing destination.
“We are delighted to once again partner with the Fiji International. As the Earth’s Finest Water, we look forward to hydrating the best Professional golfers when they are competing in Fiji this year,” said Roko Nabalarua, CEO of FIJI Water.
“We are proud to be a continued partner of the Fiji International and be a part of the tournament’s growth. It becomes bigger and better each year and to be a part of the development of an iconic Fijian sporting event is extremely satisfying.”
In 2016 the Fiji International extended its international footprint with its co-sanctioning by the European Tour and the ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia.
The tournament has attracted a world-class field, headlined by three-time Major Champion Vijay Singh and World Number 24 Brandt Snedeker as well as Ambassadors; Osea Kolinisau and Masivesi Dakuwaqa – Gold Medalists in the Rio 2016 Olympics, Vodafone Fiji 7’s player Emosi Mulevoro, Former Wallabies Captain George Gregan, Miss World Fiji, Pooja Priyanka.
It is through the successful and continued partnerships with recognised brands such as FIJI Water that has fuelled the growth and success of the Fiji International.
“FIJI Water is world renowned as being the Earths Finest Water. We are delighted to be able to offer world-class water to world-class golf professionals, guests and pro-am teams throughout the Fiji International,” said Matt Porm, Commercial Manager of the Fiji International.
“To have FIJI Water’s continued support is paramount to the Fiji International’s success. The Fiji International is more than just a golf tournament. It is an event that promises an array of activities for local and international spectators and FIJI Water helps enhance the tournaments reputation and unique Fijian identity.”
With a live broadcast reaching close to four hundred million homes, the FIJI Water brand and the Fiji International will penetrate households’ worldwide bringing golf fans across the globe the best of professional golf from the ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia and the European Tour.
FIJI Water joins the Fiji International family of sponsors and stakeholders including Tourism Fiji, Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course, Fiji Airways, the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, Westpac Banking Corporation, Victoria Wines, Coca-Cola Amatil Fiji, Paradise Beverages, The Fiji Sun, Fiji TV, FBC TV and Radio, Explore Fiji Magazine and Pacific Island Living Magazine.
About the Fiji International
The Fiji International will be played at Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course from 6-9 October for AU$1.5million in prizemoney with tickets on sale at the gate and online.
Enticed by the tropical destination World Number 24 Brandt Snedeker will headline a field which also stars Fijian hero and three time Major Champion Vijay Singh.
This year, the Fiji International expands its global presence and confirms its position as an integral tournament in the South Pacific region, with the tournament being co-sanctioned by the European Tour and ISPS HANDA PGA Tour of Australasia.
A pacific paradise, the Fiji International also boasts some of the most unique hospitality options in world golf with the par-3 4th hole providing the perfect vantage point to watch the golf, whilst socialising on the beach.
More than just a golf tournament, the Fiji International aims to leave a lasting legacy for golf in the Pacific region, with the PGA of Australia supporting initiatives to introduce and grow the game in Fiji.
The Fiji International is proudly supported by InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa as the official resort of the tournament until 2017.
About FIJI Water
FIJI® Water, natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands), is the No. 1 premium bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water, known for its iconic square bottle, soft mouth feel and unique mineral profile, is the water of choice among discerning consumers and top chefs. Widely available at fine restaurants and hotels, all major retail channels and through a convenient home/business delivery service, FIJI Water has expanded globally to more than 60 countries. To discover Earth’s Finest Water, please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter.