Anna Nordqvist has publicly stated that Charley Hull’s form is exactly where it should be, and she has shown her confidence in the English golfer by slotting her in as Europe’s opening player for the Solheim Cup singles on Sunday. Hull’s contribution so far has been modest—she has earned only half a point from her four matches—but the team’s management still trusts her enough to give her the honour of kicking off Europe’s lineup for a second straight Solheim Cup, just two years after she delivered a dominant 6&4 victory over Nelly Korda in the same position.
Hull’s Saturday performance was a mixed bag. Paired with Lottie Woad, she endured two straight losses in the foursomes. The first was a historic setback, as the duo fell 6&5 to the American pair of Alison Lee and Lauren Coughlin, marking one of the largest margins ever recorded in Solheim Cup foursomes history.
The second match saw them lose on the final hole to Yealimi Noh and Andrea Lee, adding to the disappointment of an already tough day. Despite those setbacks, the team’s leadership remains optimistic.
The singles session is scheduled to begin at 11:10 a.m. local time (10:10 a.m. BST), with Hull set to face Megan Khang. Nordqvist has emphasized that Hull’s recent play has been solid and that she simply needs a spark of momentum to translate her steady performance into a winning result.
"Charley started us out in Washington for the 2024 Solheim Cup, and we’ve watched her play well over the past two days," Nordqvist said. "She hasn’t missed any crucial putts, and I’ve observed her for several holes today. She’s exactly where she needs to be." Nordqvist added that what Hull requires now is a small boost of confidence that often makes the difference in match play. "It’s that little bit of momentum that can change everything in these matches.
I have full faith in her going out tomorrow. She doesn’t have anything to prove because we already know how talented she is," she continued. The singles lineup is packed with intriguing pairings beyond Hull’s match. The schedule lists a series of head‑to‑head contests: Megan Khang versus Hull, Alison Lee against Esther Henseleit, Angel Yin versus Linn Grant, Nelly Korda against Mimi Rhodes, Allisen Corpuz versus Nanna Koerstz Madsen, Andrea Lee versus Nastasia Nadaud, Yealimi Noh versus Julia Lopez Ramirez, Auston Kim versus Lottie Woad, Lauren Coughlin versus Leona Maguire, Lindy Duncan versus Maja Stark, Jennifer Kupcho versus Carlota Ciganda, and finally Rose Zhang against Celine Boutier.
These matchups illustrate the depth of talent on both sides. For Team USA, the stakes are high: they need six points on the final day to retain the Solheim Cup, a title they captured on home soil in Virginia two years ago. Europe, on the other hand, requires 6.5 points in the singles to secure an outright victory—their first since 2021—making every match critical. Weather is expected to play a decisive role.
The on‑site meteorologist has warned of heavy rain throughout most of the day, with a forecast of moderate to heavy showers in the morning that could evolve into a sustained downpour. Rain probability is projected between 70 and 90 per cent from early morning until mid‑afternoon, and an inch of rain could fall over the weekend. Such conditions could affect the pace of play, the condition of the greens, and ultimately the strategies employed by both captains.
The final singles session will commence at 1:22 p.m. local time (12:22 p.m. BST) and is expected to run until about 5:30 p.m., after which the closing ceremony will take place around 6:15 p.m.
Fans can watch the action live on Sky Sports Golf from 9 a.m. on Sunday, with the opening singles match kicking off at 10:10 a.m.
For those without a Sky subscription, streaming options are available through NOW with no‑contract plans. Beyond the immediate drama of the Solheim Cup, the event highlights the growing popularity of women’s golf and the increasing depth of international competition. Players like Hull, who have experienced both triumph and adversity in the same tournament, exemplify the resilience required at the highest level.
Her earlier 6&4 win over Korda demonstrates that she can dominate when the moment calls for it, while her recent struggles underscore the fine margins that separate victory from defeat. As the final day approaches, the narrative will focus on whether Hull can harness the confidence expressed by Nordqvist and translate it into a decisive point for Europe. Her performance will be watched closely by teammates, opponents, and fans alike, all eager to see if she can rise to the occasion and help Europe clinch the coveted trophy.
For anyone planning to experience the excitement in person, a variety of golf courses across the UK and Ireland are available for booking, with over 1,700 venues offering tee times. Whether you’re a seasoned follower of the Solheim Cup or a newcomer to the sport, the Sunday singles promise a thrilling conclusion to one of golf’s most prestigious team events.