Team USA captain Angela Stanford has publicly reassured fans and teammates that Angel Yin will be healthy enough to compete in this week’s Solheim Cup showdown against Team Europe, and she remains confident that her squad can secure a hard‑won away victory on Dutch soil. Yin’s recent tournament record has been sparse. She has not completed a full 72‑hole event since May, having missed the cut at the U.S. Women’s Open in June and later withdrawing from the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship that same month due to a sudden illness.
Despite these setbacks, the two‑time LPGA Tour winner still managed to finish second on the U.S. Solheim Cup points list, a testament to her strong performances earlier in the season. The undisclosed stomach problem that forced her out of the final two majors caused a dramatic weight loss of roughly 2.5 stone, yet her points accumulation remained sufficient to earn a place on the team. At the FM Championship, Yin’s only recent LPGA start, she fell short by 13 strokes, missing the cut.
Nevertheless, Stanford emphasized that the 27‑year‑old still possesses the skill set to contribute meaningfully to America’s bid to retain the Cup at Bernardus Golf. "She’s here and she’s completed two practice rounds," Stanford told reporters. "She will play, because that’s in the spirit of this competition. Every Solheim Cup we have a captain’s agreement that outlines who plays how many matches.
It’s become customary for players to appear at least once 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 the Netherlands wearing the team uniform.
The former world No. 1, who secured the decisive half‑point in the 2024 victory, could serve as a last‑minute substitute if the captain deems it necessary. The United States are chasing their first triumph on European soil since 2015 and hope to achieve back‑to‑back titles for the first time since 2017. Stanford expressed unwavering belief that her group has the mental toughness and unity required to pull off such a historic win.
"Playing in Europe demands resilience and a strong team bond," she explained. "I truly think they have that. They’re all on the same page.
We’ve discussed our strategy leading up to this event, and we’ll revisit it before Thursday night’s matches. There’s nothing more I need to say; they want the win just as much as I do." Stanford added that the quality of golf on display will be exceptional, but the decisive factor will be the inner resolve that pushes players over the line. "The golf itself is so good that you’ll see great shots. The real question is what you have deep down that can get you across the finish line," she said.
Observing the team’s preparation, Stanford noted, "They all seem to be in a good space. We’re not peaking yet. They’re still settling in, learning the course, and hitting beautiful shots.
It’s been fun to watch. Peaking would ideally mean leading each session, and I hope that starts on Friday morning." Sky Sports Golf will broadcast at least twelve hours of live coverage across the first two days of the competition. Coverage begins at 6 a.m.
on Friday and Saturday, 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 slated for 12:05 p.m. (1:05 p.m.
local time) on both days, with commentary continuing until the final putt is holed. Sunday’s singles matches will kick off at 9 a.m., with the first tee shot at 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 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 in to Sky Sports for exclusive coverage of Team Europe’s attempt to reclaim the trophy, with all three competition days broadcast live from September 11‑13 on Sky Sports Golf.
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If no results appear, try a different search term. Overall, while Angel Yin’s health remains a variable, the United States squad appears united, motivated, and ready to challenge a strong European side on foreign ground.
With strategic captaincy, solid practice performances, and a deep roster that includes seasoned players like Lilia Vu, Team USA is poised to make a serious push for a historic away victory at the 2024 Solheim Cup.