Campbell now a Kiwi sporting legend

Monday, 20 June 2005, 12:45 am
Press Release: New Zealand National Party

Michael Campbell has today cemented his place as a New Zealand sporting legend by winning the United States Golf Open, says National’s Sport, Fitness and Leisure spokesman, Murray McCully.

“This is a fantastic achievement for Michael, his family, and for New Zealand sport,” says Mr McCully.

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