MADISON, Ala. -- Open Division winner Kari Matti Mikael Hyökki captured the 2009 European Long Drive Match Play Championship held in Orresta Gk in Enköping, Sweden using the # 1 long drive shaft on the Long drivers of Sweden tour, the SK Fiber Javelin shaft and Alpha C830 head. Weather conditions were not favorable for the contestants, a strong headwind and rain kept the driving distances down. The long drive of the competition was 299m (327 yards) set by Hyökki in the semifinalsas. He went on to defeat Niklas Fredriksson with a 297M (325 yards) for the championship. This was kari's third win in 2009.

About SK Fiber golf shafts
SK Fiber, headquartered in Madison, Alabama, has long been recognized by many of the world's best clubmakers, equipment manufacturers and golfers as the producer of the most consistent graphite shafts in the industry. "We are passionate about golf and believe we are designing graphite golf shafts to help golfers of all skill levels play better golf by providing high quality golf shafts at affordable prices," said Charles Blume, owner of SK Fiber Golf. He added, "A golf club that is professionally built to fit the body type and swing characteristics of the golfer will outperform off the rack equipment for the majority of golfers."

SK Fiber's leading edge design technology, advanced composite material and extensive attention to quality control assures technically advanced golf shafts that deliver consistent performance for exceptional control and added distance.

For more information on the SK Fiber Javelin or the complete golf shaft lineup for 2009, visit the website at www.skfiber.com.

Media members interested in testing any of the SK Fiber products for editorial review should contact Charles Blume cblume@skfiber.com or call (800) 289.2656.