Angel Yin has openly discussed the possibility of sitting out the Solheim Cup because of lingering illness, emphasizing that she would never compromise Team USA's chances of securing an overseas victory in the Netherlands. Yin earned her spot automatically through the U.S. Solheim Cup points list, joining captain Angela Stanford's squad that is aiming to defend the trophy at Bernardus Golf and achieve the first U.S. win on European soil since 2015.
The 27‑year‑old has not completed a full 72‑hole tournament since May, and since June she has entered only one LPGA event, where she missed the cut by a staggering 13 strokes after returning from an undisclosed stomach ailment. The illness forced her to shed more than two and a half stone in weight, casting serious doubt over her participation. Yet Yin expressed gratitude for the support she received from captain Stanford while she wrestled with the decision about her Solheim Cup status. When reporters asked if she had considered withdrawing, Yin answered during her pre‑tournament press conference: "Yes, of course.
I know it sounds crazy that I'm here because I played a week ago in Boston and the performance was far from ideal. Those rounds of 81 and 76 are not the kind of scores you want to bring to a team that is hoping to bring the Cup home for America." She continued, "I've been working tirelessly, trying everything I can, because this is the biggest event in women's golf. The 20th Solheim Cup is a huge milestone, and I wanted to be honest about my condition because I would never jeopardise America.
I had candid conversations with myself in the mirror, with my team, and especially with Angela. She's the only person besides my family that I've kept fully updated throughout this process." Yin added that Stanford gave her the green light: "We all agreed, and she wanted me here. I asked my caddie to check with her, 'Do you want me here?' If she had said no, I wouldn't be here.
She said yes. With that belief and confidence from the captain, why wouldn't I show up?" Stanford reaffirmed on Tuesday that Yin will indeed play for Team USA, even though former world No. 1 Lilia Vu—who contributed a crucial half‑point to the 2024 victory—was present in uniform and listed as a possible last‑minute alternate.
Yin took advantage of extra practice on Wednesday, playing the front nine alone before joining the rest of the American contingent on the back nine. The two‑time LPGA Tour winner said she feels her game is progressing positively as the pivotal week approaches.
"I feel great," Yin said. "Everyone has their own opinions, but personally I think my game is solid. Every day it improves a little more.
Golf is like art—subjective, but results are what truly matter. I can be as confident as I want, but ultimately the captain makes the final call because she’s responsible for the team. I just have to do my part and wait for her decision.
Whatever she decides will be the right one, because we trust her leadership and she has guided us well." In a practice match, Yin partnered with Yealimi Noh to defeat Alison Lee and Megan Khang. Lee praised Yin’s performance, noting, "Angel is playing great golf.
She’s putting in the work, probably the hardest effort out here. She wants the repetitions, she wants to put in the effort, and she’s earned her spot. There’s nothing but positive things to say about her." Sky Sports Golf will broadcast at least twelve hours of live coverage over the first two days of the competition.
Coverage starts 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 begin at 12:05 p.m.
(1:05 p.m. local), and the network will continue airing until the final putt is holed.
Sunday’s singles matches kick off at 9 a.m., with the first tee shot at 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ will stream the closing ceremony at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, following the crowning of the Solheim Cup champions, while the opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m.
will reveal the first‑day pairings. Fans eager to see whether Team USA can retain the Cup or if Team Europe will reclaim it can watch the entire three‑day event live on Sky Sports Golf from September 11‑13.
Additional viewing options include Sky Sports deals or streaming without a contract on NOW. The tournament promises high‑stakes drama, top‑level competition, and the personal stories—like Yin’s battle with illness and determination—that add depth to the historic rivalry between the United States and Europe.