This Day in Golf History: June 4

The final day of the first Ryder Cup was held on this date in 1927. The venue was Worcester Country Club in Massachusetts, and the U.S. won the singles session 6.5 to 1.5 for a final tally of 9.5 to 2.5. Walter Hagen was the American captain and Ted Ray led the Great Britain team. Players who went 2-0 for the Americans were Hagen, Johnny Golden, Johnny Farrell, and Al Watrous.