
New ambassador
As part of a commitment to expanding its connection to cardholders with a passion for golf, MasterCard has announced its newest ambassador, Sir Nick Faldo, golf legend and winner of six major championships — three Open Championships and three Masters — and more than 40 tournament victories.. The announcement is being made at The Open Championship today in the United Kingdom.
“Connecting people with their passions while delivering surprise and delight experiences is the essence of what Priceless is all about,” said Alfredo Gangotena, Chief Marketing Officer, MasterCard Worldwide. “Golf continues to be a passion for our cardholders and the addition of Sir Nick Faldo to the roster of brand ambassadors represents a crown jewel in our campaign.”
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