History of the claret jug at the British Open in golf
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 6:33 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The claret jug, awarded at the British Open, is golf's oldest prize but not the initial trophy for the tournament. The first champion, Willie Park, Sr., received the Challenge Belt in 1860. In 1872, organizers introduced the claret jug as a replacement trophy, originally named The Golf Champion Trophy. While Young Tom Morris is the first name engraved, Tom Kidd was the first to receive the jug. Today, the claret jug remains a symbol of golf excellence, awarded annually with the champion receiving a replica.
- •The claret jug was first awarded in 1872.
- •Willie Park, Sr. won the inaugural Open in 1860.
- •Young Tom Morris was the first name on the jug.
- •Champions receive a replica jug to keep for one year.
- •The original trophy is displayed at the Royal and Ancient Golf Club.
- 6:33 PMYahoo Sports — British Open: History of the claret jug, golf's oldest prize
"The claret jug is arguably golf’s most famous prize, but it wasn’t originally awarded to the Open Championship winner.
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