Rayyan Mineral Water makes Commercialbank Qatar Masters splash for another year

For when the 10th Commercialbank Qatar Masters tees off at Doha Golf Club on Thursday (January 25), it will continue a six-year relationship that has seen Rayyan Mineral Water operate as a key sponsor at one of the region's most prestigious sporting occasions.

And it's not just a name that the company lends to the event - over the four days of the tournament players, caddies and officials will refresh themselves with several thousand litres of the famous brand.

'Rayyan Mineral Water, which is associated with several other prestigious initiatives in Doha and is a regular supporter of government-driven programmes, is the natural choice to partner a major sporting event like the Commercialbank Qatar Masters, which this year has reached a higher level in standards than ever before'

said Rayyan Mineral Water General Manager Mr Mohammed Jarbou.

'We are looking to grow our relationship with the event and Doha Golf Club since we are the only mineral water in Qatar - 100 per cent Qatari company - and the only water coming from a natural source.

'Through this tournament, we are reiterating our commitment to providing high quality, safe and healthy drinking water to our consumers as well as the fans and players at the Commercialbank Qatar Masters.'

Among those consumers this year will be world number five Ernie Els, defending champion Henrik Stenson and fellow Ryder Cup stars Paul McGinley, Lee Westwood and Darren Clarke who have all confirmed their appearance at the Doha Golf Club from January 25-28.

'The Doha Course itself is almost five miles in length so walking it for four days, plus practice days and the Pro-Am, is thirsty work,' said Commercialbank Group CEO Andrew Stevens.

'Like so many of our sponsorship partners, Rayyan Mineral Water is a recognised Qatari brand and we are delighted to have them on board once again. Their support is vital for the refreshment and well-being of the players, caddies and officials.'

To be staged at the Doha Golf Club from Thursday (January 25), the 2007 Commercialbank Qatar Masters will be the richest golfing event ever staged in Qatar and has attracted some of the biggest names in the game. Entrance is free of charge to the public with further information available at the official tournament website www.qatar-masters.com.