Team USA captain Angela Stanford has publicly reassured fans and teammates that Angel Yin is on track to compete in this week’s Solheim Cup showdown against Team Europe, and she has expressed confidence that her squad can secure an away triumph on Dutch soil. Yin’s recent tournament record has been sparse.
She has not completed a full 72‑hole event since May, missing the cut at the U.S. Women’s Open in June and later withdrawing from the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship that same month after falling ill. Despite these setbacks, the two‑time LPGA Tour winner still finished second on the U.S.
Solheim Cup points list, a testament to her strong performances earlier in the season. Her absence from the final two majors was attributed to an undisclosed stomach problem that caused a dramatic weight loss of roughly 2.5 stone.
At the FM Championship, Yin’s only recent LPGA start, she missed the cut by a wide margin—13 strokes—yet Stanford remains convinced that the 27‑year‑old can still contribute meaningfully as the United States seeks to defend the trophy at Bernardus Golf. "She’s here, she’s taken two practice rounds, and she’ll play because that’s the spirit of this competition," Stanford said at a press conference. "Every Solheim Cup we have a captain’s agreement that outlines how many matches each player will contest.
It’s become customary for players to feature at least once before the Sunday singles. We’re still assessing her, but she’s happy to be here and ready to compete." Lilia Vu, who traveled with the team to the Netherlands, was spotted in full Team USA attire during Tuesday’s practice session.
The former world No. 1, who secured the decisive half‑point in the 2024 victory, remains a possible last‑minute substitution should the need arise.
The United States are chasing their first win on European soil since 2015 and hope to achieve back‑to‑back titles for the first time since 2017. Stanford believes her roster possesses the mental toughness and unity required to pull off a historic away victory.
"Playing in Europe demands mental resilience and a tight‑knit team dynamic," Stanford explained. "I truly think they have that. They’re all on the same page.
We’ve discussed the challenges leading up to this event and will revisit them before Thursday night’s matches. There’s nothing more I need to tell them—they all want the win as much as I do." She added, "The golf itself is spectacular; you’ll see great shots. The real question is what inner drive will push you over the finish line." Stanford observed that the players appear to be settling in well, noting, "They’re not at their peak yet, but they’re getting comfortable, learning the course, and hitting beautiful shots.
It’s been enjoyable to watch. Ideally, we’ll start peaking early Friday morning and carry that momentum forward." Sky Sports Golf will broadcast at least twelve hours of live coverage across the first two days of the competition. The action kicks off at 6 a.m.
on Friday and Saturday, with the opening foursomes teeing off at 6:40 a.m. (7:40 a.m. local time). Afternoon four‑ball matches begin at 12:05 p.m.
(1:05 p.m. local), and coverage will continue through the final putt. Sunday’s singles start at 9 a.m., with the first tee shot at 10:10 a.m. Sky Sports+ will stream the closing ceremony at 5:30 p.m.
on Sunday, following the crowning of the Solheim Cup champions, while the opening ceremony on Thursday at 4:30 p.m. will unveil the day‑one pairings. Fans wondering who will lift the Solheim Cup can tune in to Sky Sports for exclusive live coverage of Team Europe’s bid to reclaim the trophy. All three days of competition—September 11‑13—will be aired on Sky Sports Golf, with additional streaming options available via NOW without a contract.
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Overall, while Angel Yin’s recent health issues have raised questions, Stanford’s optimism and the team’s collective focus suggest that Team USA is prepared to confront the challenge of a hostile European venue. With practice rounds completed, strategic pairings set, and a supportive fan base watching from home, the United States aims to write the next chapter in Solheim Cup history by securing a hard‑won victory abroad.