Megan Khang, Rose Zhang and Lindy Duncan have been selected as Angela Stanford’s three captain’s picks for the upcoming Solheim Cup, completing Team USA’s 12‑player roster on Monday. The announcement follows the recent CPKC Women’s Open, where Andrea Lee and Alison Lee secured their places on the U.S.
side by climbing the Rolex Women’s World Golf Rankings. Joining the two newly‑named picks are a group of players who earned automatic qualification through the Solheim Cup points system: Nelly Korda, Angel Yin, Jennifer Kupcho, Yealimi Noh, Auston Kim, Lauren Coughlin and Allisen Corpuz. All of these golfers have accumulated enough points over the qualifying period to lock in a spot without needing a captain’s invitation.
The competition will be staged at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands, with the three‑day event slated for September 11‑13. Sky Sports Golf will broadcast every round live, giving fans across the globe a front‑row seat to the showdown between the United States and Europe. Both teams have already named their captains.
Anna Nordqvist confirmed her four European captain’s picks earlier in August, setting the stage for a classic transatlantic rivalry. The U.S. squad, meanwhile, features two newcomers: 35‑year‑old Lindy Duncan and 26‑year‑old Auston Kim. Duncan’s inclusion is particularly noteworthy because, at 35, she becomes the oldest debutant in a Solheim Cup since Nancy Scranton, who first appeared at age 39 in the 2000 edition.
When asked about the selection process, Stanford told The Golf Channel, “It’s been a lot of fun, but there were tough moments too. It’s never easy to tell players they didn’t make the team, but we expected that part of the job. I’m thrilled with the twelve athletes we have.” She added, “We’re ready to head to the Netherlands and represent the red, white and blue.” Veteran Solheim Cup participants Lilia Vu and Lexi Thompson missed out this time. Vu has struggled with her form this season, while Thompson is preparing for motherhood, expecting her first child early next year.
Both Lucy Li and Jenny Bae were also in contention but fell short after missing the cut at the CPKC Women’s Open. Megan Khang brings a wealth of experience to the squad. The 28‑year‑old has already competed in four Solheim Cups and was instrumental in the United States’ victory at the 2024 event held at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club. Khang posted a flawless 3‑0‑0 record in that tournament, winning every match she played.
Reflecting on her selection, she said, “When Angela called, I was stunned. She asked if I was going to smile, and I realized how honored I was. Once you’ve played in a Solheim Cup, you never want to miss another, and I can’t wait to get back to Bernardus.” Rose Zhang, another captain’s pick, has also left her mark on the competition. The 23‑year‑old participated in the 2023 and 2024 Solheim Cups, achieving a perfect 4‑0‑0 record in the most recent edition.
Zhang has enjoyed a strong season on the LPGA Tour, notching three top‑10 finishes in 14 starts and tying for eighth at the Standard Portland Classic last week. Stanford explained her decision, saying, “Including Rose was easy.
She’s succeeded at every level she’s played, and she’s always been a winner.” Lindy Duncan’s rise has been dramatic. Over the past two seasons on the LPGA Tour, she has recorded 14 top‑25 finishes, highlighted by a tied‑second place at the 2025 Chevron Championship. Duncan reflected on her journey, noting, “A few years ago I was close to stepping away from golf. To persevere through those challenges, earn a spot on this team, and finally see a dream become reality is incredibly humbling.” Andrea Lee, set to make her third Solheim Cup appearance, earned her place as the highest‑ranked American in the Rolex rankings who did not qualify through points.
She has represented the United States twice before, posting a 3‑2‑2 record and partnering with Zhang for two decisive foursome victories in 2024. Alison Lee also returns for a third Solheim Cup, having contributed to U.S. victories in 2015 and 2024. The 31‑year‑old, a mother of one, holds a 2‑5‑0 record across seven matches and has enjoyed a solid season with three top‑five finishes, including tied‑third at both the Mizuho Americas Open and the Dow Championship.
World No. 1 Nelly Korda tops the points list, having captured four tournament wins this season, most notably the Chevron Championship in April and the U.S. Open in June.
Stanford praised Korda’s development, stating, “I’m really proud of Nelly. She’s grown into a leader, showing calmness and composure that carry a lot of weight for our team.” Angel Yin and Jennifer Kupcho will also be back for their fourth Solheim Cup, while Yealimi Noh, who placed third at the AIG Women’s Open, ranks fourth on the points list. Auston Kim will make his debut, and Lauren Coughlin along with Allisen Corpuz round out the automatically qualified contingent.
The stage is set for an intense contest as Team USA seeks to defend its recent success against a European squad eager to reclaim the trophy. Fans can watch the entire event live on Sky Sports Golf, with streaming options available without a contract. The excitement builds as the best of women’s golf converges on Bernardus Golf, promising high‑stakes drama, national pride, and memorable performances from both seasoned veterans and rising stars alike.