Team USA captain Angela Stanford has publicly reassured fans and teammates that Angel Yin is on track to compete in this week’s Solheim Cup showdown against Team Europe, and she has expressed confidence that her squad can secure a hard‑won victory on foreign soil in the Netherlands. Yin’s recent tournament record has been sparse.
She has not completed a full 72‑hole event since May, missing the cut at the U.S. Women’s Open in June and later withdrawing from the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship that same month after battling an undisclosed stomach ailment. Despite these setbacks, the two‑time LPGA Tour winner managed to finish second on the United States Solheim Cup points list, a testament to her strong performances earlier in the season before the health issue forced her out of the final two majors and caused a dramatic weight loss of roughly 2.5 stone.
Her most recent outing on the LPGA Tour was at the FM Championship, where she again missed the cut, falling short by 13 strokes. Nonetheless, Stanford believes the 27‑year‑old still possesses the skill set and competitive spirit needed to help Team USA defend the trophy at Bernardus Golf. "She’s here, she’s taken two practice rounds, and she’s ready to play," Stanford said during a press conference. "That’s the essence of this competition – players who are willing to step up when called upon.
In every Solheim Cup we set a captain’s agreement that outlines who will play how many matches, and historically players have been given at least one match before the Sunday singles. We’re still monitoring her condition, but she’s present, she’s happy to be here, and she’s ready to compete." Lilia Vu, another American contender, was spotted on the practice range in Dutch attire on Tuesday.
The former world No. 1, who secured the decisive half‑point in the 2024 victory, remains a possible last‑minute addition should the team need extra depth. The United States is chasing its first win on European soil since 2015 and hopes to achieve back‑to‑back titles for the first time since 2017. Stanford’s optimism reflects her belief that the squad has the mental toughness and unity required to thrive away from home.
"Playing in Europe tests your mental resilience and demands a strong team bond," Stanford explained. "I truly believe our players are on the same page. We’ve discussed our strategy leading up to this event and will revisit it before Thursday night’s matches.
There’s nothing more I need to say – they all want to win as much as I do." She added, "The golf we’ll see is of the highest caliber. The question is what inner drive each player can summon to cross the finish line." Stanford also noted the team’s current form, "They appear to be in a good mental space.
We’re not at peak performance yet – they’re still settling in, learning the nuances of the course, and hitting impressive shots. Watching that progression has been enjoyable. Our goal is to peak, ideally leading each session, and I hope that begins Friday morning." Sky Sports Golf will broadcast at least 12 hours of live coverage over the first two days of the competition.
Coverage kicks 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 matches are slated to begin at 12:05 p.m. (1:05 p.m.
local time) on both days, with the broadcast continuing through the final putt. Sunday’s singles matches start at 9 a.m., with the first tee‑off at 10:10 a.m.
Sky Sports+ will stream the closing ceremony live at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, following the crowning 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 claim the Solheim Cup can tune into Sky Sports for exclusive live coverage of Team Europe’s attempt to reclaim the trophy, as well as Team USA’s pursuit of an historic away win. The three‑day event runs from September 11‑13 on Sky Sports Golf, with additional streaming options available via NOW without a contract. For those looking to experience world‑class golf firsthand, discounted rates are available for bookings at any of the 1,700 courses across the UK and Ireland.
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