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 praised the English star for increasingly embracing her pivotal role within Team Europe. Although it may sound odd to label a 30‑year‑old as a "veteran," the term fits Hull perfectly when you consider her extensive Solheim Cup résumé. This week’s appearance at Bernardus Golf marks her eighth consecutive selection for the European side, underscoring a remarkable streak of consistency and trust from the team’s leadership. Hull’s Solheim highlights read like a highlight reel.
She topped the European scoring charts in the 2015 edition, contributed to an unbeaten run that secured a victory at Gleneagles in 2019, and famously demolished world No. 1 Nelly Korda 6&4 on the final day of that same competition.
Those performances have cemented her reputation as a clutch player who thrives under pressure. A noteworthy statistic underscores her early‑career impact: Hull has amassed 15 Solheim Cup match wins before turning 30, the highest total for any participant at that age. Nordqvist, who has shared the roster with Hull on virtually every European team, expressed confidence that the Swede’s enthusiasm will translate into more points as Europe strives to wrest the trophy back from Angela Stanford’s United States squad.
"I’ve been part of practically every team Charley has played on, and it’s been wonderful to watch her start to own the Solheim atmosphere," Nordqvist told reporters. "We’ve spoken a lot, and it’s clear how excited she is. Seeing Charley so pumped and buzzing about teeing it up this week is genuinely uplifting." Hull arrived in the Netherlands as the last European player, traveling from the United Kingdom on Monday.
Her arrival was slightly delayed, causing her to miss the start of her practice round on Tuesday morning. Nordqvist explained the logistical reasoning behind the timing, noting that the team wanted each player to have ample preparation time. "I flew in on Saturday, while some of the U.S.
players arrived on Sunday. For Charley, we decided she’d be better off staying in England a bit longer to prepare," Nordqvist said. "She flew in on Monday, and it’s been great to finally have her here." The Tuesday practice round was slated to begin at 9:30 a.m.
local time alongside teammates Lottie Woad, Maja Stark and Linn Grant. Hull, however, reached the tee a few minutes late, prompting a brief scramble to catch up with the group.
Team Europe vice‑captain Mel Reid took a light‑hearted approach to the mishap, assuming a share of responsibility. "She was late because I was in charge of getting her to the range, so I’ll own a bit of that," Reid said with a smile. "She thought her tee time was later than it actually was. Getting Charley off a driving range and onto the course in a Solheim Cup setting is a challenge in itself." Nordqvist added context about the morning’s schedule, noting that the first three players were sent ahead to accommodate the unique start on the third hole rather than the traditional first.
"I sent the first three out because there’s a short walk from the range to the third tee, which takes about five to ten minutes," she explained. "Charley was on her way, so we let the others go first and she joined us shortly after." Broadcast details for fans were also highlighted. Sky Sports Golf committed to at least twelve hours of live coverage across the opening two days, beginning at 6 a.m.
local time on Friday and Saturday. The first foursomes matches were scheduled to tee off at 6:40 a.m.
(7:40 a.m. local time), with the afternoon four‑ball sessions kicking off at 12:05 p.m. (1:05 p.m. local).
Coverage will continue through the final putt, and Sunday’s singles matches will start at 9 a.m., with the opening tee shot at 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ will broadcast the closing ceremony 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 unveil the day‑one pairings.
For viewers eager to follow Europe’s quest to reclaim the Cup, Sky Sports will provide live, uninterrupted action from September 11‑13. Fans can also explore the latest Sky Sports subscription offers or stream the event without a contract via NOW.
In summary, Charley Hull arrives at the 2024 Solheim Cup not only with a decorated track record but also with a palpable excitement that could energize her teammates. Her late arrival and brief practice hiccup are minor footnotes compared to the broader narrative: a seasoned competitor, a rising leader, and a player who truly embraces the spirit of the Solheim Cup. As Team Europe prepares to face a formidable United States side, Hull’s enthusiasm and proven clutch performances may prove decisive in the battle for the coveted trophy.