Jim Chalcraft from Tavistock, Devon was named as the lucky winner of the second Sporting Year 09 competition, which is part of a 12 month giveaway courtesy of Dunlop Adhesives. This time the leading manufacturer of tile adhesives, grouts and finishing products gave away a VIP trip to the Belgium Grand Prix. With two out of three competitions now complete, it leaves the final competition prize, a chance to win a VIP trip to the RBS 6 Nations England v Ireland match at Twickenham in 2010 up for grabs. Jim heard about the competition through the trade publication Professional Builder. As a property developer, Jim is familiar with the Dunlop Adhesives product range and buys through Screwfix. Jim’s son Dave accompanied him on the exciting F1 weekend that included three star accommodation and free entry to the circuit at Spa-Francorchamps with Grandstand seats on race day.
Speaking on his Grand Pix adventure, Jim said:
“All our friends are very envious, even my wife who does not like motor racing wishes she had gone. David and I had a great time at the race circuit and the facilities are superb.”
“Both David and I would like to thank Dunlop for the wonderful prize and a very enjoyable break, if only we could win again.”
The final competition prize is a chance to win a VIP trip to the RBS 6 Nations England v Ireland match at Twickenham to be held in 2010 yet time is running out to enter, as the competition will close 31st December 2009. The winner will watch reigning champions Ireland battle it out against England to defend its first Grand Slam winning title since 1948. This exciting prize will include two nights at a four star London hotel, including bed and breakfast, and tickets to the RBS 6 Nations England v Ireland match held on Saturday 27th February 2010. However, the Dunlop Adhesives sporting partnership doesn’t just end here.
The Dunlop brand name is one of the most recognised throughout the world and many of its products have become synonymous with the world of sport. That well-recognised synergy makes the sponsorship of the local rugby team, Longton RUFC, a perfect match.
Commenting on the partnership, Debi Bailey, Brand Manager at Dunlop Adhesives said:
“Several staff members at Dunlop are keen Rugby Union fans, not to mention keen supporters of Longton rugby club, especially former Technical Director Mike Wheat who is now Chairman at Longton RUFC. It is a great opportunity to sponsor our local rugby team and to retain our ties with Mike. Clearly the Dunlop sponsorship of Longton RUFC is proving to be of a great benefit to both parties.”
Entry to the final Dunlop Adhesives’ Sporting Year competition is easy. Simply visit www.dunlop-adhesives.co.uk/sportingyear and complete the online form.
