A professional golfer is hoping her newly delivered sponsored Renault Mgane Hatch 1.4 16v from Bridges Renault will help drive her to success on the golf course when she tees off this year.

Clare Lipscombe, 26, from Cirencester had a handicap of +1 before turning professional in December 2003 and hopes to follow in the footsteps of Britain's most famous female professional, Laura Davies.

Now, thanks to Bridges Renault, Clare can travel in comfort, safety and style to golf courses the length and breadth of the UK to compete in tournaments.

Terry Froud, managing director of Bridges Renault said: "It's fantastic to be able to sponsor such a talented local golfer as Clare and we hope it will give her extra drive in 2005. Clare's a really nice person and we hope her performances on the golf course reflect the superb performance of her new Renault Mgane.

Clare said: "I'm a big fan of Renault cars, having previously owned a Clio, and the Mgane is a fantastic way for me to travel the UK playing tournaments.

"I'll also be playing tournaments across Europe, including some events on the European Women's Tour.

"This deal with Bridges has really helped me out because the first few years as a professional are always very difficult financially. This winter I'll be working for a local supermarket to keep the bank happy!

"I must thank everyone at Bridges and Renault for allowing this sponsorship deal to happen. I'm very grateful to everyone involved in the process."

To try out a Mgane Hatch for yourself, or any of the full range of Renault cars contact Bridges Cirencester on Tetbury Road, Cirencester, on 01285 640 000; Bridges Newbury on London Road, Newbury on 01635 41020 or Bridges Reading on Rose Kiln Lane, Reading on 0118 931 9500.