The WWWF World Heavyweight Championship was a professional wrestling title established in 1963 by the World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF), which later became known as the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and now the WWE. This championship was one of the most prestigious titles in professional wrestling, representing the top wrestler in the organization. The first champion was Buddy Rogers, who held the title for a brief period. Over the years, many legendary wrestlers, including Bruno Sammartino and Hulk Hogan, have held the championship, contributing to its legacy and popularity in the world of sports entertainment.