Ryder Cup in Edinburgh today

Almost a year after it was here with the two Ryder Cup captains on its way to Gleneagles the Ryder Cup is back in town today.

Earlier at the Omni Centre we met up with officials from VisitScotland and the Ryder Cup to find out what it means to Scotland to have the golf tournament here this year.

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Meantime get along to the Omni Centre today to take a photo with the cup.

The Ryder Cup Trophy is visiting ‘the four corners of Scotland’ on an Official Trophy Tour, bringing the iconic trophy to the doorsteps of fans and members of the public across Scotland. The first stop for the world-famous trophy will be Edinburgh’s OMNI Centre today.

The launch event at Edinburgh’s OMNI Centre will also incorporate the unveiling of a large-scale installation welcoming The Ryder Cup back to Scotland. The striking image of one of Scotland’s ‘Big Five’ – a Golden Eagle – carrying the iconic Ryder Cup trophy ‘back to Scotland’, will adorn the exterior of The OMNI Centre in Edinburgh until the end of September.

During the day, there will be an opportunity for the general public to get a picture next to The Ryder Cup Trophy.

The trophy will then, travelling by helicopter on a week-long tour, take in the nation’s spectacular scenery at the most Northern, Eastern, Southern and Western courses participating in the ClubGolf programme. The wider legacy of The 2014 Ryder Cup is also important with participating courses also being chosen for their tourism and environmental connections.

VIDEO HERE SOON!