Anna Nordqvist could not hide her delight after Team Europe’s dramatic victory in the Solheim Cup, praising every competitor on the field and confirming that placing Charley Hull at the top of the Sunday singles lineup was an obvious choice. The European side reclaimed the trophy with a 15-13 win over the United States after a rain‑soaked final day at Bernardus Golf, securing seven of the twelve points on offer. The comeback was especially sweet following a nail‑biting finish the previous day when Jennifer Kupcho’s late birdies had levelled the contest, but Europe rallied to earn its first outright victory since 2021. In an interview with Sky Sports, Nordqvist described the win as "so good" and highlighted the immense effort put in over the week and the two years leading up to the event.
She credited the behind‑the‑scenes staff for creating an environment where the players could focus solely on their games, noting the positive atmosphere that permeated the camp throughout the competition. "Leaving the course yesterday, we were buzzing for today," she said, adding that she was "impressed with every single player and caddie" who stepped up to the first tee ready to compete.
Nordqvist also reflected on the early momentum Europe built, describing the opening sessions as "a lot of blue on the board" – a reference to the strong start that set the tone for the weekend. She praised the team’s ability to maintain that intensity, both at the beginning and the end of the matches, and expressed pride in the players’ resilience. The decision to send Charley Hull out first in the singles was described by Nordqvist as a "no‑brainer." She explained that the statistics from the previous day showed Hull and teammate Lottie Woad ranking among the top four birdie‑makers of the week, even though they had not amassed many points in the earlier sessions.
"They played very tough matches, and people often underestimate how good these players are and how high the level of golf has been all week," Nordqvist added. Hull, who had previously thrashed Klara Korda 6&4 in the 2022 singles, was again entrusted with the opening singles match despite having contributed only half a point in the first four sessions alongside Woad. Her 3&2 victory over Megan Khang delivered Europe’s first full point of the day and marked the first time Europe had won six of the opening eight singles matches in Solheim Cup history.
Hull acknowledged the pressure of the situation, saying, "I’ve been giving myself so many chances, which can be frustrating. I didn’t make a lot of birdies today, but I was steady, hit a lot of greens, and managed the weather conditions well." Hull also recounted a conversation with vice‑captain Mel Reid, who reminded her that she was one of the top three birdie‑makers for the week and that she was facing a formidable opponent in Yealimi Noh, a player who had been sinking putts consistently. "Match play is unpredictable," Hull said. "I’m happy to have secured a point, even if it’s only one and a half of the total we needed.
It’s better than none." Lottie Woad, who had struggled in earlier sessions, finally broke her winless streak by defeating Auston Kim, pushing the European total to 14 points and igniting a wave of celebration among the home crowd. She later secured the decisive putt against Carlota Ciganda, who had beaten Jennifer Kupcho to seal the overall victory.
Woad reflected on her journey, noting that she had felt disappointed with her performance until the captains highlighted her birdie statistics, giving her the confidence to trust her game. "That’s golf sometimes – you just have to keep believing," she said. The triumph in Sweden sets the stage for the Ladies European Tour’s next stop in Spain, where the La Sella Open will commence at La Sella Golf Resort.
Meanwhile, the LPGA Tour will pause for a brief hiatus before resuming with the Walmart N Arkansas Championship later in September. Looking ahead, the Solheim Cup will return in 2028, moving to Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky for a September showdown. Fans can stay up to date with the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the action on NOW without a contract.
The victory not only underscores Europe’s depth of talent but also highlights the strategic decisions—like Nordqvist’s confidence in Hull—that can tip the balance in high‑stakes team golf. The combination of strong early starts, resilient comebacks, and individual breakthroughs created a narrative that will be remembered for years to come.