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Venus Williams gets $40 million from Reebok; Cassie Campion gets a Saab.

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12.21.00 Contributed by Gary McLean

MANCHESTER SAAB, CITING GROWTH AND CACHET OF SQUASH, SPONSORS CASSIE AND DAVID CAMPION

It's not the $40 million dollars that Reebok is reportedly paying Venus Williams to wear their shoes; but at least it gives Cassie Campion, former World Open Champion and World #1, something to drive for a year.

David Campion is pictured receiving a new black Saab 9-3 Aero from Robin Dix, general manager of Manchester Saab. It is a 1 year contract as it was with Cassie when she received her Saab in July of this year from the same garage, at which time the car is replaced with a new one. So, his and hers matching black Saabs on the driveway!!

David Says, "I am delighted with the support from Manchester Saab, particularly with my new role with the Squash Rackets Association which means an increased amount of travelling. Having driven Cassie`s which felt great to drive I was instantly impressed therefore i`m thrilled with this deal"

Robin Says"Here at Manchester Saab we are aware that squash is a fast growing sport not always recognised by prospective sponsors. David has worked is way up to become one of England`s leading coaches and Cassie has already established herself at the very top. We feel they deserve our support and are delighted to be associated with them both."