Local Victors to Represent Audi Centre Abu Dhabi in Audi Quattro Cup World Final

Press release

Published November 8th, 2017 - 07:58 GMT

Ertan Yorganci and Markus Brake, winners of the regional heat, Ali&Sons customers

Announced as winners of the regional heat, Ali & Sons Audi customers, Ertan Yorganci and Markus Brake will fly to the Quivira golf club in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico to compete in the World Final of the Audi quattro Cup this December. The final brings to a close the 2017 edition of the world’s largest amateur golf tournament, open only to Audi customers the competition sees 90,000 competitors from over 47 countries go head to head.

As per the previous five years of the competition, the local heat between customers was hosted by Audi Centre Abu Dhabi at Yas Links Golf Club in April. It remains the annual showpiece event for Ali & Sons’ ongoing partnership with the club alongside a range of regular customer events and competitions.

Mark Austin, General Manager, of Ali & Sons Audi, said: “The Audi quattro Cup is a fantastic initiative for Audi customers the world over, competing against one another on the greens. Congratulations to Ertan Yorganic and Markus Brake for winning the event at Yas Links and then going on to beat the Dubai team in the qualifying tournament. I wish them the best of luck in Mexico, and look forward to seeing them representing the Audi Abu Dhabi team in the Final.”

An unforgettable journey awaits Ertan and Markus in Mexico, with one practice round and two thrilling tournament days on the Jack Nicklaus designed course, as well as a golf clinic, and trick shot show with World Champion Geoff Swain. Participants will also enjoy a luxurious stay throughout the duration of the tournament, with accommodation provided by the nearby Pueblo Bonito Pacífica Resort and Spa.

Background Information

Audi

Audi is a German manufacturer of a range of automobiles, from supermini to crossover SUVs in various body styles and price ranges that are marketed under the Audi brand. The company is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany, and has been a wholly owned (99.55%) subsidiary of Volkswagen AG since 1966.

Currently, Audi's sales are growing strongly in Europe. Its 2007 worldwide sales have been released as 964,151 vehicles sold - a record for the brand. In 2008, Audi has achieved the 13th record year in a row passing the 1 million unit mark with 1,003,400 sold units.

Company Profile

Ali & Sons Co.

Ali & Sons Holding LLC is a pioneering force that has been instrumental in shaping the direction and development of the UAE’s economy through its diverse, dynamic and high-end offerings.

Since its establishment. Ali & Sons has remained determined to deliver innovative solutions, modern and original products and services with technologically advanced resources that enable sustainable and positive outcomes.

The multi-faceted conglomerate holds a solid presence across a vast scope of sectors which include Automotive, Oil & Gas, Contracting, Commercial, Marine Engineering, Retail, Property Management, Tourism, Manufacturing and Healthcare.

The group is aligned with some of the globe’s most prestigious and sought-after brands such as Porsche, Audi, Volkswagen and Skoda. In parallel, the company has founded several of its own highly successful brands including Amwaj Jewellery, Awazen Medical Center, Ali & Sons Real Estate and Eurostar Rent A Car.