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What tournament did J. R. Jayewardene organize in 1981 that became an international sporting event?

  • Ceylon Cricket Cup

  • Asian Rugby Tournament

  • Ceylon Chess Championship

  • World Cup of Golf

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J. R. Jayewardene, a former President of Sri Lanka, organized the World Cup of Golf in 1981, which has since become an international sporting event. The tournament is held every two years and features the top golfers from around the world. The World Cup of Golf is one of the most prestigious golf tournaments in the world and is often considered to be the unofficial "World Championship" of golf.
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