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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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