Charley Hull expressed genuine enthusiasm for the prospect of another Solheim Cup duel against Nelly Korda, the current world No.1, while Korda downplayed any notion of an "intimidation factor" that might affect Team Europe. Hull is set to make her eighth straight appearance for Europe in the prestigious biennial competition, which this year is being contested at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands. The event will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, and Europe is determined to reclaim the Cup after a disappointing loss on American soil two years earlier. Hull, now 30, was the top scorer for Europe in the 2024 edition, where she delivered a decisive 6&4 victory over Korda in the Sunday singles matches.
That win demonstrated her ability to rise to the occasion against the very best in the game. In a pre‑tournament press conference, Hull said she would welcome the chance to meet Korda again in a singles match, especially if the competition comes down to the final day and the stakes are highest. "Playing Nelly Korda at that time was really good – it was so much fun," Hull said, smiling.
"I came out and played pretty well. Every dog has its day and I also did that day, but she's had a pretty incredible season so far this year.
If it came down to singles, it would be a really good match. I have a lot of respect for Nelly. She's a great world No.1, a great golfer and anything can happen in match play." Hull and fellow veteran Carlota Ciganda bring the most Solheim Cup experience to the European camp, having featured in every edition since 2013.
Despite that depth of experience, Hull insists she does not feel extra pressure simply because she is one of the team’s veterans. She emphasizes that each player must focus on their own routine and trust the captains for strategic advice. "I see my role as a player, really," Hull explained. "I do my own thing, trying to keep my own routine as much as you can.
The captains are there for advice – the younger players can come and ask me some advice and stuff. We've got here from playing our normal routine.
Every week we're by ourselves, so we really shouldn't do anything too differently. We've still got to hit a ball around the golf course and play good!" Korda, who is making her fifth consecutive Solheim Cup appearance, arrives in the Netherlands riding a wave of dominance on the LPGA Tour. At 28, she has already claimed four tour victories this season, including both of the year’s major championships, and boasts one of the highest winning percentages of any American in Solheim Cup history.
Her partnership with Allisen Corpuz in foursomes has been unbeaten over the last two editions, providing Team USA with a reliable source of points. Andrea Lee, a teammate of Korda, praised her teammate’s skill and leadership.
"We all respect her a lot and we look up to her. She has an amazing game and she's the No.1 player in the world, so it's just really nice to have her on our side. I feel like it almost brings a little bit of an intimidation factor going against Europe, so we have a little bit of an edge just because we have her." When asked about the intimidation factor, Korda brushed the idea aside, insisting she remains focused on her own game. "Honestly, I don't even think about that," she said.
"I remain in my bubble and I'm a little bit oblivious to it all, but because I want to be. I just want to make it really simple for myself, not to think about too much and just go out and play my game.
What I love about this tournament is how much passion it brings from each side. Even when Europe becomes very passionate about what they're doing on the golf course, I feel like we all want to elevate our game as well. As for a target, I don't really think about it. If they're intimidated, great!
But for me, I just go out and do my thing. I just hope that the United States team just brings a lot of passion." The schedule for the three‑day event is packed with live coverage. Sky Sports Golf will deliver at least 12 hours of live action, beginning at 6 a.m.
local time on Friday and Saturday for the opening foursomes matches, which tee off at 6:40 a.m. (7:40 a.m.
local). The afternoon four‑ball sessions start at 12:05 p.m. (1:05 p.m.
local) on both days, and coverage will continue through the final putt. Sunday’s singles matches kick off at 9 a.m., with the first tee shot at 10:10 a.m.
Sky Sports+ will also broadcast the closing ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, after the victorious team is crowned, while the opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. will reveal the first‑day pairings.
Fans can watch every moment of Team Europe’s quest to regain the Solheim Cup exclusively on Sky Sports, with the tournament running from September 11‑13. Beyond the on‑course action, the event carries broader significance for women’s golf. The Solheim Cup showcases the depth of talent on both sides of the Atlantic and provides a stage for rising stars to learn from seasoned veterans like Hull, Ciganda, and Korda.
The intense match‑play format, where every hole can swing momentum, often produces dramatic swings in confidence and showcases the mental toughness required at the highest level. Hull’s willingness to face Korda again highlights the competitive spirit that fuels the Cup. Both players understand that match play is as much a psychological battle as a physical one.
While Korda prefers to stay in her own bubble and focus on execution, Hull embraces the challenge, noting that each encounter offers an opportunity to test her skills against the world’s best. As the tournament approaches, the narrative is clear: Europe is hungry, the United States is confident, and the world will be watching to see which side can harness passion, experience, and skill to lift the coveted trophy. The stage is set for memorable moments, fierce rivalries, and perhaps another iconic showdown between Charley Hull and Nelly Korda.