Clarke Enters New Dimension

Ryder Cup player Darren Clarke has ended his six-year relationship with golf equipment makers MacGregor and signed up with a new corporate sponsor.

The 31-year-old Ulsterman has agreed a three-year deal with South African-based company Dimension Data Holdings to carry their name on his golf bag and headwear.

He also made his tournament debut for 2000 at the Dimension Data Pro-Am on the Southern Africa Vodacom Tour late last month - an event won by his International Sports Management stablemate and Ryder Cup partner Lee Westwood.

ISM manager Andrew Chandler said: "This arrangement allows Darren the freedom to play the clubs of his choice, although after six years with the same manufacturer, he may carry on with his current equipment for the time being.

"Nevertheless, as with most pros, Darren will test a range of equipment to find out what is best for him."

Dimension Data Holdings is an information technology integration corporation which hopes to promote its business through Clarke's worldwide touring schedule. For further information about the company, visit their website at www.didata.co.za