Hendy has announced that golfer Georgia Hall has become a Hendy Ambassador as it plans to open a dealership in her hometown of Dorset.

Hall (pictured), from Bournemouth, plays on the Ladies European Tour and is currently ranked 35 in the world. She originally hails from Dorset where the Group plans to open a new dealership.

Hendy Group chief executive Paul Hendy said: “Since turning professional in 2014, Georgia has achieved tremendous success in tournaments across the globe, and I have no doubt her star will continue to rise in the future.

“We are pleased to be supporting this talented sportsperson by providing her with one of our most popular car models - a Kia Niro EV - so she can travel in comfort to training and competitions.

"On behalf of the Hendy team, I’d like to wish Georgia all the very best of luck for forthcoming events.”

Hall said: “Hendy is a well-known name and highly respected for the quality of vehicles it offers - so I’m so pleased to be acting as an Ambassador.

"I feel very supported by everyone here, and I’m looking forward to enjoying this strong partnership as I progress my career further still.”