What was the name of the World Cup before the name changed to being the World Cup?

More about the World Cup

• The first country to win the cup was Argentina in 1953 with the team of Roberto De Vincenzo and Antonio Cerda.
• The USA has won the World Cup 24 times with Australia and South Africa being closest with 5 wins each. Canada, the original ‘naming sponsor’ has won it 3 times.
• Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer have each been a part of a winning team 6 times – 4 together and 2 each with other partners.
• Wikipedia has a great page of information on the Canada / World Cup.

Further information about the World Cup.

Overview

The World Cup of Golf is a prestigious international golf tournament where teams of two men from the same country compete. Initially called the Canada Cup, it was founded in 1953 and renamed in 1967.

Founder

Founded by Canadian industrialist John Jay Hopkins with the aim of promoting international goodwill through golf.

Current Format (as at 2024)

Features alternating stroke play rounds of best ball (fourball) and alternate shot (foursomes) since 2000. Previously it was 36 holes of stroke play (pre-1954) and then 72 holes of stroke play.

Key Features

Team Format: Each country is represented by one team of two players, selected based on their Official World Golf Ranking.

Historical Significance: The event gained prominence in the 1960s and 1970s but faced challenges in the 1980s, leading to periods when it was not held. It was incorporated into the World Golf Championships series from 2000 to 2006.

Recent Changes: After 2006, the tournament was no longer part of the WGC but continued to be sanctioned by the International Federation of PGA Tours. The format has shifted to accommodate changes in the golf calendar, including the inclusion of golf in the Olympics.