Anna Nordqvist revealed that Charley Hull is practically buzzing with anticipation as she prepares to tee off at this week’s Solheim Cup, and she expressed delight at seeing the English star increasingly embrace her pivotal role within Team Europe. While it might sound absurd to label a thirty‑year‑old as a "veteran," the term aptly reflects Hull’s extensive Solheim Cup résumé, especially given that this week’s appearance at Bernardus Golf marks her eighth consecutive selection for the European side.
Hull’s Solheim Cup résumé is impressive. She was the leading scorer for Europe in the 2015 competition, and she went unbeaten during the victorious 2019 event at Gleneagles.
Perhaps her most memorable moment came in that same 2019 final day when she demolished world No. 1 Nelly Korda with a dominant 6&4 victory.
Those achievements have cemented her reputation as one of Europe’s most reliable performers on the biggest stage. Her record of fifteen match wins makes her the most successful player in Solheim Cup history before the age of thirty.
Nordqvist, who has played alongside Hull on virtually every European team, said she hopes Hull can add even more points as Europe strives to reclaim the trophy from Angela Stanford’s United States squad. "I’ve been part of basically every single team that Charley’s been on, and it’s been wonderful to watch how she’s starting to soak up the whole Solheim atmosphere," Nordqvist told reporters. "We’ve had several conversations, and it’s clear she’s genuinely excited.
It’s great to see Charley so enthusiastic and buzzing about teeing it up this week." Hull was the last European player to arrive in the Netherlands, flying in from the United Kingdom on Monday. Her arrival was slightly delayed, causing her to start her practice round a few minutes late on Tuesday morning.
Nordqvist explained the logistical reasoning behind the timing. "In the lead‑up to the event, I wanted to make sure each player had the optimal preparation window," Nordqvist said. "I arrived on Saturday, while many of the US‑based players came on Sunday.
For Charley, we decided she would benefit from staying in England a bit longer before traveling. She flew in on Monday, and it was great to finally have her here." The Tuesday practice round was scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m.
local time with Hull joining Lottie Woad, Maja Stark and Linn Grant. Hull’s late arrival at the tee was attributed to a miscommunication about the exact start time, as well as the logistical challenge of getting her from the driving range to the first tee. Team Europe vice‑captain Mel Reid took responsibility for the mix‑up. "She thought her tee time was a few minutes later, and pulling Charley off the range is a feat in any tournament, let alone the Solheim Cup," Reid explained.
"She was literally five minutes late because I mis‑communicated the timing and because I couldn’t get her off the range quickly enough." Nordqvist added further detail about the morning routine. "I was on the first tee this morning and told the first three players to go ahead because we have a short walk from the range to the third hole, which is where we start this week. It takes about five to ten minutes to get there, so I asked the early starters to begin while Charley was still on her way." Beyond the on‑course drama, Sky Sports Golf will deliver extensive live coverage of the opening two days, beginning at 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
The first foursomes matches will 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), with broadcasts continuing through the final putt of each day. Sunday’s singles matches will start at 9 a.m., with the opening tee shot at 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ will also air the closing ceremony live at 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 reveal the day‑one pairings, setting the stage for what promises to be a fiercely contested battle. For fans eager to see whether Team Europe can wrest the cup back from the United States, the entire three‑day event—from September 11 to 13—will be available on Sky Sports Golf.
Viewers can also explore the latest Sky Sports subscription deals or stream the action without a contract via NOW. The combination of Hull’s enthusiasm, her proven track record, and Europe’s collective drive creates a compelling narrative that could shape the outcome of this year’s Solheim Cup.