Presidents Cup Begins at Royal Montreal

The 30th edition of the Presidents Cup commenced at the Royal Montreal Golf Club, featuring a four-ball format with matches between the United States and the International team, including players from six different countries. The competition format consists of 30 matches over four days, with the first team to earn 15 points declared the winner. The U.S. team, captained by Jim Furyk, boasts a strong lineup, while Mike Weir leads the International team, which includes Canadian players aiming to energize the local crowd. Historically, the U.S. has dominated the event, winning nine consecutive titles since the Internationals' lone victory in 1998. Betting odds favor the U.S. team, but the International squad hopes to leverage home support and recent successes of its players. The event includes a total of 10 players from both sides competing in the opening round, with matches scheduled throughout the weekend.