Anna Nordqvist shared that Charley Hull is practically buzzing with excitement as she prepares to tee off at this week’s Solheim Cup, and she expressed delight at seeing the English star fully embrace her expanding role within Team Europe. While it may sound odd to label a thirty‑year‑old as a "veteran," the term accurately reflects Hull’s extensive Solheim Cup résumé, especially as this week marks her eighth consecutive appearance for Europe at the Bernardus Golf venue. Hull’s Solheim Cup résumé is impressive.
She was the leading scorer for Europe during the 2015 competition, and she went unbeaten in the decisive 2019 victory at Gleneagles, where she also delivered a stunning 6&4 defeat of world No. 1 Nelly Korda on the final day. Those performances have cemented her status as one of Europe’s most reliable players in the biennial event.
According to Nordqvist, Hull’s 15 match wins make her the most successful player in Solheim Cup history before reaching the age of 30. Nordqvist hopes the Swede can add even more victories as Team Europe strives to reclaim the trophy from Angela Stanford’s United States squad.
"I’ve been on virtually every European team Charley has played for, and it’s been wonderful to watch her start to soak up the whole Solheim atmosphere," Nordqvist said during her press conference. "We’ve had several conversations, and it’s clear how thrilled she is. Seeing Charley so animated and buzzing about teeing off this week is genuinely refreshing." Hull arrived in the Netherlands later than most of her teammates, traveling from the United Kingdom on Monday. The delay caused her to start her practice round a few minutes late on Tuesday morning.
Nordqvist explained the logistical reasoning behind the staggered arrivals: "We wanted each player to have ample time to prepare for the event. Some of the U.S.
players flew in on Sunday, but we felt Charley would benefit from a few extra days at home in England before making the trip. She arrived on Monday, and it was great to have her here." The Tuesday practice session was scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m.
local time, with Hull slated to play alongside Lottie Woad, Maja Stark and Linn Grant. When Hull reached the tee a couple of minutes after the appointed time, vice‑captain Mel Reid took responsibility, noting, "I was in charge of getting Charley to the range, so I’ll own that little slip‑up. She misread her tee time by about five minutes, and getting her off a driving range in a high‑pressure tournament like the Solheim Cup is always a challenge." Nordqvist added context about the early‑day logistics: "I was on the first tee this morning and instructed the first three players to go ahead because we start on the third hole this week, not the traditional first.
It takes about five to ten minutes to walk from the range to the tee, so I told the early starters to begin while Charley was still on her way." Beyond the on‑course action, Sky Sports Golf will broadcast at least twelve hours of live coverage over the opening two days. The coverage kicks off at 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, leading up to the first foursomes matches that tee off at 6:40 a.m. (7:40 a.m.
local time). The afternoon four‑ball sessions are slated for 12:05 p.m. (1:05 p.m. local time) on both days, with commentary continuing until the final putt drops.
Sunday’s singles matches begin at 9 a.m., with the opening tee shot scheduled for 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ will stream the closing ceremony live from 5:30 p.m.
on Sunday, following the crowning of the Solheim Cup champion. The opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. will unveil the first‑day pairings, setting the stage for the competition.
Fans wondering who will lift the Solheim Cup can tune in to Sky Sports for exclusive live coverage of Team Europe’s quest to regain the trophy. The tournament runs from September 11‑13, with all three days available on Sky Sports Golf. Viewers can also explore the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the action without a contract via NOW. The excitement surrounding Charley Hull’s return, her seasoned experience, and her evident enthusiasm promise to add another compelling chapter to the storied history of the Solheim Cup.