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This is the oldest of all world famous sporting trophies. It has been competed for since 1851 and is awarded to the winner of a race between two yachts. There are plenty of trial rounds beforehand to decide the final competitors. Only 3 countries, Australia, Switzerland and New Zealand, have won the trophy other than the USA.
The Stanley Cup
You need an award for just being able to lift this world famous trophy, as it is 35¼” high and weighs 34½lb. The National Hockey League presents the cup to the winners of the play off of the annual Stanley Cup Finals.
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