Team Europe bounced back to capture the Solheim Cup, edging Team USA 15-13 after a dramatic singles day on Dutch soil. The contest, held at Bernardus Golf, had been perfectly balanced at 8-8 heading into the final round, meaning Europe needed just 6.5 points from the remaining matches to clinch the trophy.
Two years after a painful defeat, the Europeans entered the day with determination, and an early surge from Charley Hull set the tone. Hull, who opened the singles with a decisive 3&2 win over Megan Khang, immediately put Europe on the scoreboard. Her aggressive play and steady putting gave the team an early psychological edge.
Meanwhile, Anna Nordqvist’s side briefly held the lead in eight of the twelve matches, and the momentum shifted again when Linn Grant dispatched Angel Yin with a flawless 4&3 victory, completing a perfect week for the Swede. The United States, however, refused to surrender quietly.
Alison Lee produced a remarkable comeback, erasing a four‑hole deficit to win 1 up against Esther Henseleit, injecting fresh hope into the American camp. World No. 1 Nelly Korda also leveled the competition, beating rookie Mimi Rhodes 4&3, while Nastasia Nadaud, Nanna Koerstz Madsen and Julia Lopez Ramirez each secured crucial points for Europe, narrowing the gap further.
Lottie Woad’s win over Auston Kim lifted the hosts to 14 points and sparked jubilant celebrations among the European contingent. Veteran Carlota Ciganda, already guaranteed at least a half‑point, then sealed the victory by defeating Jennifer Kupcho, confirming Europe’s triumph on home turf. The day’s drama unfolded against a backdrop of intermittent rain, which had already influenced the earlier sessions.
Kupcho’s spectacular birdies on Saturday night had convinced Team USA captain Angela Stanford that the tide was turning in America’s favor. Yet Europe seized control on the final day, with Hull once again leading the charge.
After sharing a half‑point with Woad in the first four sessions, Hull was entrusted with the opening singles match. She never looked back, winning 6&4 over Korda and delivering a full point for Europe.
Hull’s performance was methodical: she opened with a par on the first hole, matched Korda’s birdie on the eighth, and then dominated the two back‑nine par‑fives to close the match. "I’ve given myself so many chances and it’s been frustrating at times," Hull reflected afterward. "I didn’t make a lot of birdies, but I stayed steady and hit a lot of greens." Grant’s 4&3 victory over Yin made her only the ninth player in Solheim Cup history to finish a session with a 4‑0‑0 record. Lee matched that feat for the United States by rallying from four down with seven holes to spare, stunning Henseleit in the process.
"I focused on staying consistent," Lee said. "The rain made the front nine tough, but once the weather cleared, my game improved." Korda’s win over Rhodes was widely praised as the performance of the week, but Europe’s three other rookies also contributed points. Nadaud beat Andrea Lee 3&2 for her third win in her debut, while Lopez Ramirez capped an unbeaten start by defeating Yealimi Noh. Madsen had previously defeated Allisen Corpuz, and Woad recovered from three consecutive lost holes on the back nine to secure her win over Kim, keeping Europe on the brink of victory.
Ciganda, who had built an early lead against Kupcho, ultimately clinched the decisive point. "I’m so happy," she said.
"We’ve had a great team all week, probably one of the best in recent years." The United States also saw some notable moments. Rookie Lindy Duncan halted Maja Stark’s perfect record, and Lauren Coughlin handed Leona Maguire her first Solheim singles loss, slightly narrowing the margin. Rose Zhang beat Celine Boutier 2 up in the final match, leaving the Frenchwoman without a point for the week. Team Europe captain Anna Nordqvist praised the collective effort: "There’s been a huge amount of hard work this week and over the past two years.
The support staff have been amazing, making it easy for the players to focus on their game. We had a great vibe all week, everyone was a fantastic teammate, and we talked a lot about getting fast starts on this course. I’m incredibly proud of the players for starting strong and finishing even stronger." Team USA captain Angela Stanford acknowledged Europe’s resilience: "We did many things right leading up to the event, and the players fought hard. The Europeans played great today; they had their backs against the wall, nothing to lose, and they delivered.
Good for them." Looking ahead, the Ladies European Tour will move to Spain for the La Sella Open at La Sella Golf Resort, while the LPGA Tour takes a brief pause before the Walmart N Arkansas Championship in late September. The next Solheim Cup is scheduled for 2028 at Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky, set for September 8‑10. Fans can follow the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the action on NOW without a contract.
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