Impian Kajang Golf and Country Club resident pro, and 2005 MPGA champion Rashid Ismail has been named product ambassador for Proviton multivitamins.

Rashid, 36, who has also carded wins at the 2004 PFP Classic and 2002 Windsor Open in Thailand will serve as a product ambassador for Proviton till November 3, 2010 and will carry the brand''s logo in all his appearances as well as conduct golf clinics.

CCM Berhad Group Managing Director, Dato'' Dr Mohd Hashim Tajudin said Rashid''s appointment as Proviton product ambassador is aimed at promoting the brand especially amongst golfers who need the necessary nutritional requirements to strengthen their stamina and focus as they seek to improve their performance level, on and off the golf course.

"Getting the right nutrients is essential for golfers of all levels to help boost strength, enhance endurance, improve mental clarity and concentration, build, strengthen and rejuvenate tissues. Proviton provides sufficient amount of vitamins and minerals to help maintain overall health and aid golfers in their quest to increase their ball flight accuracy and improve their final score.

"In line with Proviton''s tagline, "Extend your limit", we are happy to be associated with Rashid who has shown his commitment towards the sport and exemplifies great mental and physical skills to consistently perform at his best," said Dato'' Dr Mohd Hashim.

Rashid started his golf career in his teens and has participated in many local and internationals golf tournaments such as the ''Maybank Malaysia Open'', ''Iskandar Johor Open'', ''Mercedes Masters'' and ''Malaysian PGA Championship''.

"I am grateful to CCM for giving me the opportunity to become the Proviton product ambassador and to promote the importance of achieving optimum health and well-being amongst golfers and other sports professionals. I hope that my appointment will also enable me to instill a greater interest and passion in golf amongst Malaysians," said Rashid who is also a member of the Professional Golfers Association of Malaysia (MPGA).

Proviton has been sponsoring many golf tournaments in the country and is suitable for golfers who are looking for ways to sustain their vitality and develop an enjoyable golfing experience.

CCM, Malaysia''s largest generic pharmaceutical manufacturer, is listed on the main board of Bursa Malaysia and is a key player in the fertilizers, chemicals and pharmaceuticals industries.

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Issued with the compliments of Chemical Company of Malaysia Berhad
TBy Eric Pringle Associates Public Relations Sdn Bhd.
For further information, please contact Ida Fazila Ismail
at Tel no: 21617144 or email: ifazila@epapr.com.my