Ryder Cup Trophy: All You Need to Know About the Biggest Attraction of the Coveted Event

Published 09/26/2023, 1:30 PM EDT

The most heralded golf tournament of the season, the 2023 Ryder Cup, is going to take place at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club. This is the 44th edition of the biennial event, which will start on September 29 and conclude on October 1st. As the days near, the golf world is eager to know all the nitty-gritty of the event.

But do they know much about the pivotal part of the international tournament? The cup itself. Let’s know a bit about the trophy, which is the center of attraction for this prestigious match.

The Ryder Cup trophy: A dream come true

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The trophy for the international tournament, the Ryder Cup, was first presented at Worcester County Club in 1927 as a winning cup to be bagged by either Europe or the USA. In 1927, it was won by the USA in Worcester, Massachusetts.

The cup was first commissioned by England’s seed merchant Samuel A. Ryder for Mappin’ & Webb Co., who designed the cup for 250 pounds, which was worth approximately $21,000 in 2020. Then, Ryder presented the coveted award to the Professional Golfers’ Association of Great Britain and Ireland.

Added to that, the patriotic honor is crafted with intricate detailing and is made of gold. By length, it is 17 inches, and by width, it measures nine inches. Apart from this, its weight is four pounds according to the Ryder Cup official page.

Though the Ryder Cup was named after Samuel A. Ryder, the face carved on the cup is that of somebody else. It is actually Abe Mitchell, who was one of the best golfers Britain had in 1920. The original trophy is housed at the PGA (Great Britain and Ireland) and the winning team is given a replica. That was all about the trophy. Now, while the audience watches the match for long hours, they might feel famished. Let’s take a look at the Ryder Cup food menu.

Exploring the food hub of the Ryder Cup

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Since the tournament is an international one, the venue has a variety of cuisines on display. Fans can dig into the Italian flavors, British delights, American dishes, and other added food items. There would be over 100 outlets for food and drinks at the location.

The list will also include pizza and pasta. A variety of different meat dishes will also be made available. For vegetarians, vegan eatables will present. Audience members who prefer to drink can even visit the nearby bars and relish themselves.

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Suchita is a golf writer for EssentiallySports who was chosen in the recent ‘ES Draft’ round for her in-depth coverage and knowledge of the sport. Even as a budding writer, she has captivated readers through her ability to bring the sport to life through her articles, especially when it comes to golf's latest hot topic, the merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. Suchita draws her inspiration from one of the legends in women’s golf, Annika Sorrenstam.

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Ryder Cup Trophy: All You Need to Know About the Biggest Attraction of the Coveted Event

The Ryder Cup trophy: A dream come true

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Exploring the food hub of the Ryder Cup