2008 U.S. Open Highlights DVD Breaking Sales Records

September 23, 2008

Far Hills, N.J. - Since Tiger Woods persevered through fatigue and pain at the 2008 U.S. Open, creating arguably his greatest triumph with a sudden-death, playoff victory over Rocco Mediate, golf fans around the world have responded by showing their desire to relive those incredible moments.
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    In just two months, the 2008 U.S. Open Highlights DVD, "A Duel for the Ages," has become the hottest-selling U.S Open DVD ever produced by the USGA and is on pace to break the sales mark set by the DVD highlighting Woods' 2002 U.S. Open win at Bethpage Black in New York.

    "The audience we generated online through our digital media innovations has enabled us to more effectively promote our USGA products," said Alex Withers, USGA Director of Digital Media. "So we've seen a large volume of fans clicking through to purchase this DVD from both USOPEN.com and USGA.org."

    The 62-minute highlight reel captures all of the dramatic moments from the highly praised public course on the San Diego coastline. 

    "We are thrilled that so many golf fans have continued to show their interest in watching one of the most incredible championships we've ever conducted," said Mary Lopuszynski, USGA Director, Licensing & U.S. Open Merchandising. "This DVD gives golf fans the opportunity to experience the excitement from Torrey Pines over and over."

    In addition, the USGA has recently updated and released a special collectors' DVD - "Greatest Moments of the U.S. Open" - that celebrates the exciting championship drama from 1960 to 2007.

    As one of the most prestigious championships in golf, the U.S. Open has provided unforgettable moments throughout its grand history. Dreams that have landed in the rough and unbelievable putts that have sealed major victories are featured in the 127-minute DVD.

    Fans can bring back the thrilling moments of legendary champions such as Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Lee Trevino, Tom Watson, Tiger Woods, and many more. Special bonus chapters include:

    Greatest Players of the U.S. Women's Open featuring champions Babe Zaharias, Mickey Wright, Hollis Stacy, Annika Sorenstam and Juli Inkster.

    Greatest Players of the U.S. Senior Open featuring champions Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Lee Trevino, Jack Nicklaus and Hale Irwin.

    Both DVDs are available at www.usgapubs.com or by calling 1-800-336-4446 between 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EDT) Monday through Friday.

    "2008 U.S. Open Highlights: A Duel for the Ages" - $19.95/ USGA MemberPrice$16.95 (plus shipping and tax)
    "Greatest Moments of the U.S. Open" - $29.95/ USGA Member Price $24.95 (plus shipping and tax)

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