| First held | 1937 |
|---|---|
| Type | match racing event on the World Match Racing Tour |
| Classes | International One Design |
| Venue | Hamilton, Bermuda |
| Champion | Adam Minoprio (2015) |
| Most titles | Russell Coutts (8) |
| Website | argogroupgoldcup |
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