Samuel Ryder
Samuel Ryder was a British seed merchant and entrepreneur, best known for founding the Ryder Cup, a prestigious golf tournament contested between teams from Europe and the United States. His passion for golf and financial support helped establish the event in the late 1920s, and the trophy awarded to the winning team bears his name. Ryder's legacy continues to influence the sport, as the tournament embodies the spirit of competition and camaraderie in golf.
Born on Mar 07, 1877 (148 years old)
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Australia:
It is worth recalling the sentiments of Samuel Ryder, the competition’s founder.
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Switzerland:
Samuel Ryder was a successful entrepreneur and the namesake of the Ryder Cup.
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