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The Solheim Cup, now 20 editions old, owes much to its namesake

Golf.com·Sep 11, 2026·
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The Solheim Cup, celebrating its 20th edition, has a lesser-known origin story compared to the Ryder Cup, which is named after British seed merchant Samuel Ryder. The article explores the history and significance of the tournament's namesake.

You might have heard the Ryder Cup is named for British seed merchant Samuel Ryder. The Solheim Cup’s origin story is less well known. The post The Solheim Cup, now 20 editions old, owes much to its namesake appeared first on Golf.

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