Team Europe is set to battle for the Solheim Cup on home soil in the Netherlands this September, with the competition being broadcast live on Sky Sports. Captain Anna Nordqvist has assembled a squad that blends seasoned veterans with a wave of promising newcomers, aiming to reclaim the trophy from Team USA.
The European lineup, which will compete at Bernardus Golf from September 11 to 13, features eight players who have previously participated in the Solheim Cup. Joining them are four rookies, among them world No. 5 Lottie Woad, who completes the final roster. The qualification process wrapped up after the AIG Women’s Open on August 2.
Esther Henseleit’s runner‑up finish at that major secured her a spot, pairing her with Charley Hull, who qualified via the LET Solheim Cup points list. Both players earned their places through consistent performances throughout the season. In addition to the automatic qualifiers, six more Europeans earned entry based on their positions in the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings. Those players are Lottie Woad, Maja Stark, Linn Grant, Celine Boutier, Carlota Ciganda and Nanna Koerstz Madsen.
Captain Nordqvist announced her four captain’s picks the following day, rounding out the team. Ireland’s Leona Maguire received a captain’s pick, marking her fourth consecutive Solheim Cup appearance. The roster also includes three debutants—Julia López Ramírez, Nastasia Nadaud and Mimi Rhodes—who will face off against a strong United States side captained by Angela Stanford.
Below is a detailed look at each European player, how they earned their place, and what they bring to the competition. **Charley Hull** Hull has been a mainstay on the European squad, now logging her seventh Solheim Cup appearance (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024). She has amassed 16.5 points from 27 matches, with a record of 15 wins, three ties and nine losses. During the qualification period Hull captured two victories, notably at the PIF Saudi Ladies International in February, and posted a tied‑second finish at the U.S.
Women’s Open as well as a tied‑sixth at the AIG Women’s Open. Her powerful game and leadership qualities make her a cornerstone of Nordqvist’s team, especially after she was the top scorer for Europe in the 2024 Solheim Cup, which ended in a 6&4 defeat to Nelly Korda’s United States side. **Esther Henseleit** The German made a dramatic surge late in the season, finishing fourth at the ISPS Handa Women’s Scottish Open before forcing a playoff with a clutch birdie on the final hole of the AIG Women’s Open. That performance vaulted her into the second automatic spot on the LET points list.
Henseleit’s Solheim Cup debut came in 2024, where she posted a 1.5‑point tally from three matches (one win, one tie, one loss) and partnered with Hull in the foursomes for a win and a loss. She will look to build on that experience this year.
**Lottie Woad** At just 22, Woad is already the highest‑ranked European on the world stage, holding the No. 5 spot after two LPGA Tour wins in her rookie season. She captured the ISPS Handa Women’s Scottish Open in July and followed that with a victory at the Kroger Queen City Championship in May.
Although she narrowly missed out in a playoff to Miyu Yamashita at the Meijer LPGA Classic, she remained in contention at the AIG Women’s Open, securing a third consecutive top‑10 finish in a major. Woad has already competed in two Solheim Cups (2023, 2024), earning four points from eight matches (three wins, two ties, three losses). Her aggressive style and recent Curtis Cup success suggest she could be a decisive factor for Europe.
**Maja Stark** The Swedish star entered the 2025 season as the reigning U.S. Women’s Open champion.
After a strong major campaign that included top‑10 finishes at the U.S. Women’s Open and the Amundi Evian Championship, Stark returned to the Solheim Cup for her fourth appearance (2019, 2021, 2023, 2024). She accumulated 7.5 points from 14 matches, winning seven, tying one, and losing six.
Her breakout moment came in 2023 when she defeated the then‑U.S. Women’s Open champion Allisen Corpuz in the singles, helping Europe retain the Cup. Stark’s consistency and match‑play savvy make her a vital asset.
**Linn Grant** Grant’s 2025 season has been marked by a mixture of highs and lows. While she captured a one‑shot victory at the Shoprite LPGA Classic in May—one of only two Europeans to win on the LPGA Tour this year—she struggled in the subsequent majors, finishing tied‑12th at the AIG Women’s Open.
Grant has appeared in four Solheim Cups (2019, 2021, 2023, 2024), gathering 14 points from 27 matches (12 wins, four ties, 11 losses). Her ability to deliver under pressure, especially in foursomes, adds depth to the lineup. **Celine Boutier** Boutier, a former major champion, has been a reliable presence for Europe.
She debuted in 2019, winning all four of her matches alongside Georgia Hall, and contributed a crucial point in the 2021 singles. Although she missed the cut in three majors this season, she still managed a respectable 12th place at the AIG Women’s Open.
Boutier’s Solheim Cup résumé includes seven appearances (2013‑2024) and 14 points from 27 matches, with a strong record of 12 wins, four ties and 11 losses. **Carlota Ciganda** A veteran of the European squad since 2013, Ciganda has amassed seven Solheim Cup appearances and 14 points from 27 matches (12 wins, four ties, 11 losses). She enjoyed a resurgence in 2025, winning the Shoprite LPGA Classic, but has struggled in the last four majors, missing the cut each time. Nevertheless, her experience and calm under pressure remain invaluable, especially in partnership formats.
**Nanna Koerstz Madsen** After a five‑year hiatus, Madsen returns for her third Solheim Cup (2021, 2023, 2024). She secured a pivotal four‑ball win with Ciganda on day two of the 2021 contest and tied with Austin Ernst in the singles of that historic away victory. This year she earned her spot via the world rankings after Henseleit’s qualification freed up a captain’s pick. Madsen brings a strong match‑play record of 8.5 points from 12 matches (eight wins, one tie, three losses).
**Leona Maguire** Maguire, a four‑time Solheim Cup veteran, was selected as a captain’s pick after an uneven LPGA season that featured a runner‑up finish at the Aramco Championship and a tied‑eighth at the ISPS Handa Women’s Scottish Open. She was the top scorer for Europe as an unbeaten rookie in 2021 and played every session in the 2023 victory. However, she expressed frustration after being limited to just two sessions in the 2024 defeat.
This year she hopes to reclaim a more prominent role. **Julia López Ramírez** The Spanish newcomer earned her first Solheim Cup appearance after a solid rookie season on the LPGA Tour, highlighted by five top‑25 finishes, including a strong showing at the ISPS Handa Women’s Scottish Open.
She also made the cut at the AIG Women’s Open, confirming her readiness for the international stage. López Ramírez’s powerful game and recent experience in team competitions, such as the Curtis Cup, position her as a promising addition. **Nastasia Nadaud** Nadaud captured the LET’s season‑ending Andalucía Costa Del Sol Open de España in November and recorded two runner‑up finishes earlier in the year. Captain Nordqvist praised her continuous improvement, noting that the Frenchwoman has made the cut in all five majors this season and remains in contention for a spot at the LPGA Tour’s CME Group Tour Championship.
Her steady rise and competitive grit make her a valuable rookie for Europe. **Mimi Rhodes** Rhodes was crowned LET Rookie of the Year after a breakout season that saw her win three tournaments: the Ford Women’s New South Wales Open, the Joburg Ladies Open and the Dutch Ladies Open.
She also represented Europe on a victorious Curtis Cup team before earning her first Solheim Cup call‑up. Although her debut season on the LPGA Tour was mixed, her winning mentality and experience in team formats should serve Europe well. With a blend of veteran leadership, seasoned match‑play specialists, and hungry newcomers, Team Europe enters the 2025 Solheim Cup with confidence and depth. The competition will be streamed live on Sky Sports Golf from September 11‑13, offering fans the chance to witness Europe’s quest to bring the trophy back home.