Girona Poised to Host 2031 ryder Cup, Highlighting Spain’s Enduring Ryder Cup Legacy
Girona, Spain – camiral Golf and Wellness Resort has been announced as the venue for the 2031 Ryder Cup, marking a significant moment for Spanish golf and its deep-rooted connection to the prestigious team competition. The resort, located in north-eastern Spain, is set to welcome the Ryder Cup for the first time, further cementing Spain’s prominent role in the event’s history.
Spain’s influence on the Ryder Cup began in 1979 when Severiano Ballesteros and Antonio Garrido became the first players from Continental Europe to compete. Their pioneering participation paved the way for a continuous spanish presence in the European team, a streak that has held true for every Ryder Cup as. Following Ballesteros and Garrido, José María Cañizares, Manuel Piñero, and José Rivero also represented Europe, contributing to the growing international flavor of the contest.The legacy continued with José María Olazábal, who, alongside Ignacio Garrido (son of Antonio Garrido), was part of the victorious European team in 1997 at Valderrama. This triumph was captained by none other than Severiano Ballesteros, with Miguel Angel Jiménez serving as vice-captain. Jiménez himself whent on to participate in four Ryder Cups, further underscoring the sustained impact of Spanish golfers.
More recently, Rafa Cabrera Bello was a member of the European Team in 2016, and Jon Rahm has been a consistent presence in the last three Ryder Cups, including the triumphant campaigns in paris in 2018 and rome two years ago. Both Cabrera Bello and Rahm have forged triumphant partnerships with Sergio Garcia in their respective Ryder Cup appearances, highlighting the enduring strength of Spanish pairings.
Camiral, recognized as Spain’s premier golf and wellness resort, opened its doors in 1999 and was acquired by irish businessman Denis O’Brien in 2008. The resort has a rich history of hosting professional golf events, including the DP World Tour’s Open de España on three occasions (2000, 2009, 2014) and the Catalunya Championship in 2022. It also served as the venue for the Final Stage of the DP World Tour’s Qualifying school for nine consecutive years from 2008 to 2016. Since its inception, when it was known as PGA Catalunya, Camiral has been a cornerstone of the european Tour Destinations portfolio, renowned for its world-class facilities.situated just five minutes from Girona-Costa Brava Airport and an hour from Barcelona, Camiral spans 540 hectares of forested estate. It features two championship courses, including the acclaimed Stadium Course, and is home to the PGA NATIONAL Golf Academy. The academy boasts europe’s largest TrackMan range and the continent’s most extensive short game practice area, providing a state-of-the-art surroundings for golfers.
Those interested in the 2031 Ryder Cup can register their interest via the official Ryder Cup Europe website.
