Team Europe bounced back to capture the Solheim Cup, edging Team USA 15-13 after a dramatic singles day on Dutch soil. The competition, held at Bernardus Golf, had been deadlocked at 8-8 heading into the final round, meaning Europe needed at least 6.5 points to clinch the trophy.
Two years after a heartbreaking loss to the Americans, the Europeans entered the Sunday matches with confidence, bolstered by an early lead from Charley Hull, who opened the singles with a 3&2 victory over Megan Khang, instantly putting a point on the scoreboard. The singles session proved to be a roller‑coaster of emotions. Anna Nordqvist’s side briefly dominated eight of the twelve matches, and the momentum swung further in Europe’s favor when Linn Grant defeated Angel Yin, completing a flawless week for the Swede. Grant’s 4&3 win not only added a crucial point but also placed her among an elite group of players who have finished a Solheim Cup with a perfect 4‑0‑0 record.
However, the United States refused to surrender easily. Alison Lee produced a remarkable comeback, overturning a four‑hole deficit to win 1 up against Esther Henseleit, injecting fresh hope into the American camp.
World No. 1 Nelly Korda answered the challenge by beating rookie Mimi Rhodes 4&3, leveling the overall tally. Subsequent wins from France’s Nastasia Nadaud, Denmark’s Nanna Koerstz Madsen, and Spain’s Julia Lopez Ramirez nudged Europe ever closer to the required total. The atmosphere intensified when Lottie Woad edged Auston Kim, lifting the home side to 14 points and sparking jubilant celebrations among the European supporters.
Veteran Carlota Ciganda, already assured of at least a half‑point, sealed the victory with a decisive win over Jennifer Kupcho, confirming a home triumph for Europe. The day’s action was punctuated by several memorable moments.
Hull, who had already contributed half a point in the earlier sessions, delivered a commanding 6&4 win over Korda, showcasing why she was trusted to lead the European singles line‑up again. Hull’s performance was a masterclass in consistency: she kept the ball on the greens, avoided big mistakes, and capitalised on every birdie opportunity. After the match she reflected, "I’ve given myself many chances, and it’s frustrating when they don’t materialise, but today I stayed steady and hit a lot of greens." Grant’s flawless record was highlighted by her 4&3 victory over Yin, making her only the ninth player in Solheim Cup history to finish a competition unbeaten with a 4‑0‑0 scorecard.
Lee matched that feat for the United States by rallying from four down with seven holes remaining to defeat Henseleit, a comeback that underscored her resilience under pressure. Lee commented on the challenging conditions, noting, "The front nine was tough with rain pouring down, limiting my birdie chances, but once the weather cleared my game found its rhythm." While Korda’s 4&3 win over Rhodes was the performance of the week for the Americans, Europe’s three other rookies also secured valuable points.
Nadaud beat Andrea Lee 3&2, marking her third win in her debut, while Lopez Ramirez completed an unbeaten first appearance by defeating Yealimi Noh. Madsen overcame Allisen Corpuz, and Woad recovered from a three‑hole losing streak on the back nine to finally defeat Kim, ensuring Europe remained on the brink of victory. Ciganda, meanwhile, built an early lead against Kupcho and held firm to claim the decisive point that clinched the Cup for Europe.
The final matches saw Team USA rookie Lindy Duncan snap Maja Stark’s perfect record, and Lauren Coughlin handed Leona Maguire her first Solheim singles loss, narrowing the margin further. Rose Zhang beat Celine Boutier 2 up in the bottom match, leaving the Frenchwoman without a point for the week. These results highlighted the depth of talent on both sides and the thin line between triumph and defeat. Team Europe captain Anna Nordqvist praised the collective effort, stating, "There’s been immense hard work this week and over the past two years from everyone involved, not just me but the entire support staff.
The helpers have been amazing, allowing the players to focus solely on their game. We felt a great vibe all week; everyone was a true teammate.
We talked a lot about fast starts given the course conditions, and I’m incredibly proud of the players for starting strong and finishing even stronger." Team USA captain Angela Stanford acknowledged the Europeans’ determination: "We did many things right leading up to this, and the players fought hard. The Europeans played great today; they had their backs against the wall, nothing to lose, and they executed exactly that.
They came out and played well, so good for them." Looking ahead, the Ladies European Tour will travel to Spain for the La Sella Open at La Sella Golf Resort, beginning Thursday. Meanwhile, the LPGA Tour will pause for a week before resuming with the Walmart N Arkansas Championship from September 25‑27.
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