Team USA managed to repel a stunning final‑day rally from Team Europe, clinching the Junior Solheim Cup with a razor‑thin 13‑11 margin on Dutch soil. After a commanding performance on day one, Morgan Pressel’s squad entered Tuesday’s singles at Bernardus Golf with a comfortable seven‑point cushion, meaning they needed just 2.5 points to hold onto the trophy and three to win it outright. The pressure was reminiscent of the situation the European squad faced in last year’s Ryder Cup, where they fought back to keep the cup, but this time the Americans were the ones under siege as Anne van Dam’s Europeans edged ever closer to an unprecedented comeback. On Sunday, Europe captured 8.5 of the 12 points on offer, sparking hopes of a dramatic reversal.
England’s Annabel Peaford set the tone early, clawing back a 1‑up victory over world No. 1 Asterisk Talley by winning three of her last four holes.
The match was a microcosm of the day’s narrative – a fierce contest that ultimately slipped away for Europe as they suffered their second consecutive loss in the competition. Pressel praised her squad’s depth and composure, noting, "It’s easy to coach a team this insanely talented. They are also so clutch in the biggest moments. It was so fun to watch both sides and they all showed so much heart." Her remarks underscored the blend of skill and mental fortitude that defined the Americans throughout the event.
The possibility of a home‑soil comeback seemed to fade when Eliana Saga secured a 4&3 win over Adriana Garcia Terol and Madeleine Conser dispatched Lana Guyot 5&4, narrowing the gap to just half a point away from retaining the cup. Talley, who appeared poised to earn the United States’ first point of the day by leading 2‑up with four holes left, saw her advantage evaporate as Peaford parred the 15th, birdied the 16th, and then claimed the next two holes to snatch a remarkable 1‑up win.
Other pivotal matches followed. Lauren Crump edged Amber Lee 3&2, while Anna Ludvova dominated Grace Carter with a 2&1 victory after winning three consecutive holes around the turn. Lena Geier clinched a dramatic final‑hole win over Aubrey Hilgers, adding yet another point to Europe’s tally.
Sofia Maier‑Borst and Axelle Guillemard each defeated their opponents, Amelie Zalsman and Honorine Ferry, respectively, keeping alive the faint prospect of a European upset. The decisive moment arrived when Kelly Zhang delivered the winning point for the United States, beating Carolina Perez‑Tasso 2‑up and cementing the 13‑11 final score. In the closing stages, Carlota Lopez Minguela posted a 3&2 triumph over Iris Lee, and Marta Munoz forced a tie with Anna Fang by birdieing the penultimate hole.
Europe, refusing to surrender, narrowed the margin further when Alice Kong secured a final‑hole win against Lily Peng. Van Dam, reflecting on her team’s effort, said, "I’m so proud and I could not have asked them for any more today. It’s tough.
The US team are incredible, but the girls know they gave their all and that’s why they are still smiling tonight." Her comments highlighted the sportsmanship and resilience displayed by both sides. Sky Sports Golf provided extensive coverage of the event, delivering at least twelve hours of live broadcast across the first two days. Coverage kicked off at 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, leading up to the opening foursomes tee‑off at 6:40 a.m.
(7:40 a.m. local time). The afternoon four‑ball sessions began at 12:05 p.m.
(1:05 p.m. local), with commentary continuing through the final putt. Sunday’s singles action started at 9 a.m., with the first tee‑off at 10:10 a.m.
Sky Sports+ streamed the closing ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, following the crowning of the Junior Solheim Cup champions, while the opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. unveiled the initial pairings. Fans eager to follow the senior Solheim Cup can watch Team Europe’s quest to reclaim the trophy live on Sky Sports, with all three days of action scheduled from September 11‑13 on Sky Sports Golf.
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