Team USA managed to fend off a stunning late rally from Team Europe and held on to retain the Junior Soliman Cup, edging out the visitors by a slim 13‑11 margin on Dutch soil. After a dominant first day, Morgan Pressel’s squad entered Tuesday’s singles at Bernardus Golf with a comfortable seven‑point cushion, meaning they needed just 2.5 points to keep the trophy and three points to win it outright.

The pressure was familiar to the Europeans, who had faced a similar scenario in last year’s Ryder Cup when they clung to a narrow win, but this time the stakes felt even higher as Anne van Dam’s contingent threatened a historic comeback. On Sunday, Europe captured 8.5 of the 12 points on offer, showcasing a ferocious fighting spirit. England’s Annabel Peaford opened the day with a dramatic 1‑up triumph over world No.

1 Asterisk Talley, winning three of her last four holes. Despite that early spark, Europe suffered its second consecutive loss as the Americans continued to demonstrate poise under pressure. Pressel praised her squad, saying, “Coaching a group of players this talented is a privilege, but what really stands out is how they deliver when the moments count. Both teams showed incredible heart, and it was a joy to watch.” The prospect of a home‑team comeback seemed slim when Eliana Saga secured a 4&3 win over Adriana Garcia Terol and Madeleine Conser defeated Lana Guyot 5&4, narrowing the gap to just half a point.

Talley appeared poised to earn the United States’ first point of the day, leading 2‑up with four holes remaining. Yet Peaford rallied, making par on the 15th, birdieing the 16th, and then taking the next two holes to snatch a remarkable victory that kept Europe’s hopes alive.

Lauren Crump added to the drama by beating Amber Lee 3&2, while Anna Ludvova produced a brilliant run of three consecutive holes around the turn, ultimately winning 2&1 over Grace Carter. Lena Geier secured a decisive final‑hole win against Aubrey Hilgers, giving Europe additional points and further tightening the scoreboard.

Sofia Maier‑Borst and Axelle Guillemard each overcame Amelie Zalsman and Honorine Ferry respectively, preserving the possibility of an unlikely European triumph. The decisive moment arrived when Kelly Zhang delivered a 2‑up victory over Carolina Perez‑Tasso, clinching the winning point for the United States and sealing the 13‑11 result. In the closing matches, Carlota Lopez Minguela wrapped up a 3&2 win over Iris Lee, and Marta Munoz birdied the penultimate hole to force a tie with Anna Fang. Europe continued to chip away at the margin when Alice Kong captured a final‑hole win over Lily Peng, but the gap remained enough for the Americans to celebrate.

Van Dam reflected on the effort, stating, “I’m incredibly proud of my teammates. The U.S.

side is phenomenal, but our girls gave everything they had, and that’s why they’re still smiling after the match.” The contest highlighted the depth of talent on both sides and underscored how junior events can produce drama comparable to the senior Solheim Cup. Sky Sports Golf provided extensive coverage of the tournament, delivering at least 12 hours of live broadcast across the first two days. Coverage began at 6 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, leading into the opening foursomes match at 6:40 a.m.

(7:40 a.m. local time). The afternoon four‑ball sessions started at 12:05 p.m.

(1:05 p.m. local) on both days, with the network remaining on air until the final putt was holed.

Sunday’s singles action kicked off at 9 a.m., with the first tee shot at 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ streamed the closing ceremony live from 5:30 p.m.

on Sunday, following the crowning of the Junior Solheim Cup champions. The opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m.

introduced the day‑one pairings and set the stage for the competition. Fans eager to follow Europe’s quest to reclaim the trophy can watch the entire three‑day event live on Sky Sports Golf from September 11‑13. Those without a Sky subscription can explore the latest Sky Sports deals or stream the action without a contract via NOW.

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