Anna Nordqvist has highlighted that Charley Hull is practically buzzing with excitement as she prepares to tee off in this week’s Solheim Cup, and she is delighted to witness the English star increasingly embracing her expanding role within Team Europe. Although it may sound absurd to label a thirty‑year‑old as a "veteran," the description fits Hull perfectly when one considers her extensive Solheim Cup résumé. This week’s appearance at Bernardus Golf marks her eighth consecutive selection for the European side, a streak that underscores both her consistency and her value to the team.
Hull’s Solheim Cup résumé is impressive. She topped the European scoring charts during the 2015 edition, and she remained unbeaten throughout the decisive victory at Gleneagles in 2019. Perhaps the most memorable moment came on the final day of that 2019 contest, when Hull dismantled world No.
1 Nelly Korda with a dominant 6&4 win, a performance that still resonates with fans and teammates alike. Statistically, Hull’s record is remarkable: she has secured fifteen match wins in Solheim Cup play, the highest total any player has achieved before turning thirty. Nordqvist, who has shared the captain’s box with Hull on multiple occasions, expressed confidence that the Englishwoman will continue to deliver when Europe seeks to reclaim the trophy from Angela Stanford’s United States squad. "I’ve been on virtually every European team that Charley has been part of, and it’s been wonderful to see how she’s beginning to soak up the whole Solheim atmosphere," Nordqvist told reporters during her press conference.
"We’ve spoken a lot, and it’s clear she’s genuinely thrilled. It’s refreshing to see Charley so animated and buzzing about stepping onto the first tee this week." Hull was the final European player to arrive in the Netherlands, traveling from the United Kingdom on Monday. Her arrival was slightly delayed, causing her to start her practice round a few minutes later than scheduled on Tuesday morning. "In the lead‑up to the event, my priority was to give each player the best possible preparation time," Nordqvist explained.
"I flew in on Saturday, while several of the US‑based players arrived on Sunday. For Charley, we decided it would be beneficial for her to stay in England a bit longer before making the journey. She flew in yesterday (Monday), and it’s been great to have her here now." The Tuesday practice round was slated to begin at 9:30 a.m. local time, with Hull joining Lottie Woad, Maja Stark and Linn Grant.
However, Hull arrived at the tee a couple of minutes late, prompting a brief scramble to get her back in line with the group. "I’m partially responsible for her tardiness, so I’ll take a bit of the blame," Team Europe vice‑captain Mel Reid said. "Charley thought her tee time was later than it actually was.
Getting a player off the driving range and onto the course can be a challenge in any tournament, let alone a high‑pressure event like the Solheim Cup." Reid added that the logistical quirks of the venue contributed to the confusion. "We start on the third hole this week, not the first, which adds a short walk for the players. I told the first three girls to head out while Charley was still on her way. It takes about five to ten minutes to get from the range to the tee, so we gave her a little leeway." Broadcast coverage of the tournament will be extensive.
Sky Sports Golf is set to provide at least twelve hours of live programming over the first two days, beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday and leading up to the opening foursomes matches that tee off at 6:40 a.m. (7:40 a.m.
local time). The afternoon four‑ball sessions are scheduled for 12:05 p.m.
(1:05 p.m. local time) on both days, with commentary continuing through the final putt.
Sunday’s singles matches will start at 9 a.m., with the first tee shot slated for 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ will broadcast the closing ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, following the coronation of the Solheim Cup champions.
The opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. will reveal the day‑one pairings.
Fans wondering who will lift the Solheim Cup can tune into Sky Sports for exclusive live coverage of Team Europe’s quest to regain the trophy. All three competition days – September 11‑13 – will be shown live on Sky Sports Golf, with additional streaming options available via NOW, offering a contract‑free way to watch the action.
In summary, Charley Hull arrives in the Netherlands eager, energized, and ready to contribute to Europe’s cause. Her track record, combined with the enthusiasm she displays in the press conference, suggests she will be a key factor as the continent’s finest battle for the coveted Solheim Cup.
Whether she arrives a few minutes late or not, the spirit she brings to the tournament embodies the very essence of team competition, and supporters can expect to see her deliver memorable moments as the event unfolds.