Anna Nordqvist could not hide her delight after Team Europe’s dramatic win at the Solheim Cup, saying she was impressed by "every single player" who stepped onto the course. She also stressed that putting Charley Hull out first in the Sunday singles was an obvious choice. The competition concluded at the rain‑soaked Bernardus Golf, where Europe clinched seven of the twelve points on offer and secured a 15‑13 victory over the United States.
After a nail‑biting finish the day before, when Jennifer Kupcho’s clutch birdies forced a tie, the Europeans rallied to capture their first outright Solheim Cup since 2021. "This win feels amazing!" Nordqvist told Sky Sports, adding that the triumph was the result of countless hours of preparation over the past two years by both the players and the support staff. "The team behind us has been phenomenal, making it easy for us to focus on our game.
The atmosphere around the camp has been positive all week, and everyone has been a great teammate." She went on to describe the excitement she felt as she left the course after the final round of the previous day. "We were buzzing for today’s matches, and I was genuinely impressed by every player and caddie who walked up to the first tee ready to give it their all," she said.
The early stages of the competition saw Europe posting a strong lead. "We had a lot of blue early on the board," Nordqvist explained, referring to the points they amassed quickly.
She praised the team’s aggressive starts and their ability to maintain that momentum through the final day. "I’m incredibly proud of the players for starting strong and finishing even stronger." In the singles, Charley Hull faced off against Megan Khang and delivered a convincing 3&2 victory, earning her first full point of the week.
Hull’s win was part of a historic moment for Europe, as the side claimed six of the first eight singles matches – a record for the competition. When asked about the decision to send Hull out first, Nordqvist said, "It was a no‑brainer. The statistics from yesterday showed that Charley and Lottie Woad were among the top‑four players with the most birdies for the week.
Even though they hadn’t accumulated many points yet, they were playing very tough matches and demonstrated the quality of our squad." Both Hull and Woad had been under pressure, having participated in five sessions without a win, a situation that could have set an unwanted record. Hull’s 3&2 win over Khang, however, broke that streak and gave Europe a crucial boost. After the match, Hull reflected on her performance: "I’ve given myself many chances this week, and it’s frustrating when they don’t turn into points.
I didn’t make a lot of putts today, but I was steady, hitting plenty of greens despite the bad weather. I talked to Mel Reid, our vice‑captain, and she reminded me that I’m one of the top three birdie makers this week. That confidence helped me stay focused." Lottie Woad also secured her first Solheim Cup point by defeating Auston Kim, pushing the European total to 14 and sparking jubilant celebrations among the home crowd.
She later explained, "I was disappointed earlier because I felt I was playing well but not scoring. The captains reminded me that I was third on birdies, so I just had to trust my game. In the end, I made the winning putt, and that’s how golf works sometimes." The final singles match saw Carlota Ciganda beat Jennifer Kupcho, sealing the victory for Europe and confirming a 15‑13 final score. The triumph was celebrated across the continent, with fans praising the team’s resilience and strategic decisions throughout the event.
Looking ahead, the Ladies European Tour will travel to Spain for the La Sella Open at La Sella Golf Resort, beginning on Thursday. Meanwhile, the LPGA Tour will pause for a short break before resuming with the Walmart N Arkansas Championship from September 25‑27. The next Solheim Cup is scheduled for 2028 and will be hosted at Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky from September 8‑10. Fans can stay updated on the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the action without a contract via NOW.