The Claret Jug is awarded to the winner of The Open Championship, also known as the British Open. This is the oldest of the golf majors and one of the most prestigious events in the sport. It is played annually in July, hosted by one of the nine links courses in the United Kingdom, with the winner receiving the coveted Claret Jug trophy. The first British Open was played in 1860 and since then has witnessed some of the greatest golfing moments in history. Winning the Claret Jug is a dream come true for golf professionals around the world and is considered a pinnacle achievement in their careers.