Anna Nordqvist has publicly affirmed that Charley Hull’s form is exactly where it should be as the English golfer prepares to open the singles matches for Team Europe on Sunday. Despite a modest return of just half a point from her four matches so far, Hull will once again be the first European player to step onto the Solheim Cup tee, mirroring the role she played two years earlier when she dispatched Nelly Korda 6&4 in the opening singles. Hull’s early Solheim Cup campaign has been a mixed bag. Paired with Lottie Woad on Saturday she endured two defeats, including a historic 6&5 loss alongside Alison Lee and Lauren Coughlin – the joint‑largest margin ever recorded in foursomes – and a heartbreaking final‑hole defeat to the Korean duo of Yealimi Noh and Andrea Lee.
Those setbacks have not shaken the confidence of the team captain, however. Nordqvist, a veteran of multiple Solheim Cups herself, emphasized that Hull’s recent play has been strong and that she simply needs a spark of momentum to translate her skill into points. "Charley started us out in Washington for the 2024 Solheim Cup and we’ve watched her play brilliantly over the past two days," Nordqvist said.
"She hasn’t missed any crucial putts, and I’ve observed her performance for several holes today. She’s exactly where she needs to be. The only thing missing is a little bit of momentum, which we all know can be decisive in these matches. I have complete faith in her for tomorrow’s singles, and I don’t think she feels she has anything to prove – we all recognize how talented she is." The singles schedule kicks off at 11:10 a.m.
local time (10:10 a.m. BST), with Hull facing Megan Khang. The match will be the first of twelve singles contests that will decide the fate of the 2026 Solheim Cup. Europe currently trails, needing 6.5 points from the final day to secure an outright victory, while the United States must capture six points to retain the trophy they won on home soil two years ago.
Beyond Hull’s individual battle, the day promises a full slate of high‑stakes match‑ups. Highlights include: - Alison Lee versus Esther Henseleit, a repeat of Lee’s dominant performance earlier in the week. - Angel Yin returning to face unbeaten Linn Grant after sitting out Saturday’s action. - World No.
1 Nelly Korda taking on Mimi Rhodes, who has won both her debut matches. - Allisen Corpuz meeting Nanna Koerstz Madsen, and Andrea Lee confronting rookie Nastasia Nadaud. - Yealimi Noh, who has impressed throughout the event, challenging debutant Julia Lopez Ramirez. - Auston Kim versus Lottie Woad, and Lauren Coughlin against Ireland’s Leona Maguire.
- Lindy Duncan facing Swedish star Maja Stark, and Jennifer Kupcho battling Carlota Ciganda, the Spaniard who was pivotal in Europe’s dramatic 14‑14 tie on home soil in 2023. - The final two matches of the day will see Rose Zhang against Celine Boutier, and the concluding singles match beginning at 1:22 p.m.
(12:22 p.m. BST) before the ceremony at roughly 6:15 p.m. Weather is expected to play a crucial role. The on‑site meteorologist has warned of moderate to heavy rain throughout the morning, with the probability of precipitation ranging from 70 % to 90 % and up to an inch of rain possible between Saturday night and Sunday afternoon.
Such conditions could affect both play and strategy, as wet fairways and slower greens often favor players with strong short‑game and putting skills. For viewers, the final day will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Golf starting at 9 a.m., with the opening singles match kicking off at 10:10 a.m. Fans can also stream the action via NOW without a contract, taking advantage of current Sky Sports promotions.
In summary, Charley Hull’s selection to lead Europe’s singles line‑up underscores the captain’s belief in her resilience and talent, despite a rocky start to the tournament. With a full day of decisive matches ahead, both teams will be looking to harness any momentum they can generate, while navigating the looming threat of rain. The outcome will hinge on individual brilliance, strategic pairings, and perhaps a little luck as the clouds roll in over the course.
The stage is set for a dramatic conclusion to the 2026 Solheim Cup, and all eyes will be on Hull and her fellow competitors as they strive to etch their names into golf history.