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Barcelona has been selected as the host city for the prestigious 2031 Ryder Cup, taking place at Camiral Golf and Wellness. This marks the second time Spain will be hosting this iconic event, following its first in 1997 at Valderrama. With significant contributions from the Catalan government and a partnership with Estrella Damm, preparations are already underway. The tournament promises to showcase Barcelona’s rich culture and sporting heritage while generating economic benefits for the region. Golf enthusiasts and local supporters eagerly anticipate this major global event.
Barcelona is set to welcome the 2031 Ryder Cup at the prestigious Camiral Golf and Wellness, marking a significant milestone as it becomes the second time Spain has hosted this iconic golfing event. The announcement was made by the DP World Tour, confirming the venue located just outside of Barcelona in the Catalonia region.
The 2031 edition of the Ryder Cup follows Spain’s first hosting in 1997, when the event took place at Valderrama. That year, the tournament was famously captained by Spanish golf legend Seve Ballesteros, leading Europe to a narrow victory of 14.5-13.5 against the United States. Spain’s rich golfing heritage and passionate fan base make this event highly anticipated.
The bid for Spain to host the Ryder Cup in 2022 previously ended with Italy securing the rights to host the event, held in 2023 in Rome. However, after a decade-long wait, the announcement of Barcelona’s upcoming hosting marks a new chapter for Spanish golf enthusiasts.
Camiral Golf and Wellness, which was formerly known as PGA Catalunya, has a strong history in hosting noteworthy professional golf tournaments. This includes multiple editions of the Spanish Open in 2000, 2009, and 2014, along with the Final Stage of the DP World Tour Qualifying School for eight consecutive years. Preparations for the Ryder Cup are already in motion, with the venue planned to host the Catalunya Championship in 2028, 2029, and 2030 leading up to the main event.
The Ryder Cup is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious tournaments in professional golf and is known for generating significant economic benefits and global exposure for its host region. In light of this, local governments and sponsors are heavily involved in financing the event. Notably, the Catalan government has committed a contribution of €40 million toward the hosting of the tournament.
In an exciting development for local culture, the renowned brewing company Estrella Damm, founded in Barcelona in 1876, has been named the Official Beer of the 2031 Ryder Cup. Furthermore, the brewery will serve as the title partner of the Estrella Damm Catalunya Championship, commencing in 2026.
Spain is set to become the first country in mainland Europe to host the Ryder Cup more than once, following in the footsteps of France and Italy. Upcoming Ryder Cup events will take place at several other premier locations, including Bethpage Black in 2025, Adare Manor in Ireland in 2027, and Hazeltine National in Minnesota in 2029, culminating in Barcelona in 2031. In addition, it has been confirmed that the 2033 Ryder Cup will occur in San Francisco, with Washington D.C. waiting to host in 2037, and the 2035 Ryder Cup venue yet to be decided.
As anticipation builds for the 2031 event, golf enthusiasts speculate that Sergio Garcia may take on the role of European captain, mirroring the leadership of Ballesteros in 1997. Additionally, plans for a new third golf course at Camiral specifically for the Ryder Cup were put on hold due to a decision from the Catalan government. Instead, a composite course will be utilized, integrating elements from the existing Stadium and Tour Courses on the property. The specific holes included in this composite course are expected to be finalized over the next six years.
With preparations already underway, the 2031 Ryder Cup promises to not only elevate Camiral Golf and Wellness but also to showcase Barcelona’s rich cultural and sporting heritage to a global audience.
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- Ryder Cup Official Site
- The New York Times: Ryder Cup 2031
- Golf Week: Camiral 2031 Ryder Cup
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Ryder Cup
- Google Search: Ryder Cup 2025
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