Team Europe bounced back to capture the Solheim Cup, edging Team USA 15‑13 after a dramatic singles session on a rain‑soaked Sunday at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands. Entering the final day with the teams deadlocked at 8‑8, Europe needed just 6.5 points from the remaining matches to clinch the trophy, a goal they achieved thanks to a series of clutch performances and a surge of confidence that grew throughout the day.
The morning started brightly for the Europeans when Charley Hull opened the singles roster with a commanding 3&2 victory over Megan Khang, immediately putting Europe ahead on the scoreboard. Hull’s aggressive play set the tone, and her win was the first of several that would tilt the balance in Europe’s favour.
Swedish captain Anna Nordqvist’s side briefly commanded eight of the twelve singles matches, extending their lead when Linn Grant defeated Angel Yin 4&3, completing a flawless week for the Swedish star. Grant’s win marked her as only the ninth player in Solheim Cup history to finish with a perfect 4‑0‑0 record, a feat that underscored Europe’s dominance in the later stages of the competition.
Team USA, however, refused to surrender quietly. Alison Lee staged a remarkable comeback, rallying from four holes down to beat Germany’s Esther Henseleit 1‑up, injecting much‑needed hope into the American camp. World No. 1 Nelly Korda also steadied the U.S.
effort, overcoming rookie Mimi Rhodes 4&3 to level the overall tally and keep the contest alive. The momentum continued to swing back and forth as Europe’s younger players stepped up. Nastasia Nadaud secured a 3&2 win over Andrea Lee, while Nanna Koerstz Madsen and Julia López Ramírez each added half‑points, narrowing the gap and pushing Europe closer to the decisive total. A pivotal moment arrived when Lottie Woad defeated Auston Kim, raising the European total to 14 points and sparking celebrations among the hosts.
The crowd’s excitement grew when veteran Carlota Ciganda, who had already secured at least a half‑point, delivered a decisive win over Jennifer Kupcho, sealing the home victory for Europe. The final singles matches showcased a blend of experience and fresh talent.
Hull, who had previously thrashed Korda 6&4 in the 2022 singles, was once again trusted to open the day. She never trailed, opening with a par on the first hole, matching Korda’s birdie on the eighth, and then dominating the back‑nine par‑fives to close out a 6‑4 win.
Hull reflected on her performance, noting, “I gave myself many chances earlier in the week, which was frustrating, but today I stayed steady, hit a lot of greens, and it paid off.” Grant’s flawless 4‑0‑0 record was highlighted by her 4&3 triumph over Yin, making her the ninth player ever to achieve such perfection in Solheim Cup history. Lee mirrored Grant’s resilience, coming back from four down with seven holes to turn the tide against Henseleit, a testament to her tenacity under pressure.
Korda’s 4‑3 win over Rhodes was the highlight of her week, but Europe’s other rookies also contributed valuable points. Nadaud’s 3‑2 victory over Andrea Lee marked her third win in her debut, while López Ramírez remained unbeaten, beating Yealimi Noh to add another half‑point for Europe. Madsen’s earlier win over Allisen Corpuz and Woad’s recovery from a three‑hole losing streak on the back‑nine to defeat Kim kept Europe on the brink of victory, despite a brief surge from the Americans. Ciganda, meanwhile, built an early lead against Kupcho and held firm to clinch the winning point, describing the team atmosphere as “one of the best we’ve had in recent years.” The United States also saw moments of promise.
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’s 2‑up win over Celine Boutier left the Frenchwoman without a point for the week, underscoring the competitive depth on both sides. After the final putt fell, European captain Anna Nordqvist praised the collective effort: “We’ve worked incredibly hard over the past two years, and the entire support staff has made it easy for the players to focus on their golf. The vibe in the camp was fantastic, and everyone stepped up from the start.
I’m immensely proud of how we began strong and finished even stronger.” U.S. captain Angela Stanford acknowledged Europe’s resilience: “We made many right choices leading up to the event, and the players fought hard.
The Europeans played brilliantly today; they had nothing to lose and gave everything they had. Credit to them for a great performance.” Looking ahead, the Ladies European Tour will travel to Spain for the La Sella Open at La Sella Golf Resort, while the LPGA Tour pauses for a brief break before the Walmart N Arkansas Championship in late September. The next Solheim Cup is slated for 2028 at Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky, scheduled for September 8‑10, promising another chapter in this storied rivalry. For fans seeking to follow the action, Sky Sports offers streaming options without contracts via NOW, and golfers can book tee times at over 1,700 courses across the UK and Ireland through the official booking platform.