Alfardan Group Supports Exxon Mobil Qatar Open 2009 And provides chauffeur-driven BMW cars for the players

Doha – Qatar Tennis Federation and Alfardan Group announced the Group’s sponsorship to one of the most prestigious sports events in Qatar, ExxonMobil Qatar Open, which will take place from January 5th until January 10th 2009 at Khalifa International Tennis Complex in Doha.
As part of the sponsorship activities for the tournament, and being entitled as the ‘official car’ of this major event, which offers $1,049,000 in prize money, Alfardan Automobiles, will provide a large fleet of BMW 7 series limousines with chauffeurs to be on hand for the top tennis stars such as Roger Federer, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal, and Roddick, with ‘sheer driving pleasure’ for the duration of the tournament. Crowds will also be able to see the recently-launched 7 series model - the first ever to be designed by Middle-Eastern designers - displayed at the venue.
Mr. Ali Alfardan said: “We are delighted to be the partner of choice for the Qatar Tennis Federation during ExxonMobil Qatar Open 2009. The Qatar Open has always been a favourite with players on the ATP Tour and we are proud to be a part of such a prestigious event.”
“Under the leadership of HH the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani, and HH the Heir Apparent, Shaikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Qatar has established itself as a world-class destination for international events and a benchmark for the region. Alfardan Group has been actively supporting sporting events in Qatar with our luxurious services and products for many years, and we hope to continue this commitment in the coming years.”
“The Qatar Tennis Federation is delighted to partner with Alfardan Group. Our partnership with Qatar’s premium business entity means two of country’s major organizations are combining to show our prestigious visitors the very finest Arabic hospitality during Qatar’s most significant sports occasion,” commented Qatar Tennis Federation President, Mr. Nasser Ghanem Al-Khulaifi.