Anna Nordqvist expressed her admiration for every competitor who took part in Team Europe’s victorious Solheim Cup campaign, emphasizing that placing Charley Hull at the top of the Sunday singles lineup was an obvious decision. Europe reclaimed the Cup after a dramatic final day at the rain‑soaked Bernardus Golf, securing seven of the twelve points on offer and edging Team USA 15‑13. The European side felt the momentum had shifted in their favor after a thrilling conclusion to the previous day's matches, when Jennifer Kupcho’s clutch birdies brought the contest level.
Europe responded with resilience, ultimately achieving their first outright Solheim Cup win since 2021. "This win feels amazing!" Nordqvist told Sky Sports. "We’ve put in a massive amount of work over the past week and the two years leading up to this, not just me but the entire support crew behind us. The staff have been phenomenal, making everything run smoothly so the players could focus solely on their game.
The atmosphere around the venue has been fantastic – everyone has been a great teammate." She added that the atmosphere on the morning of the singles was electric. "When we left the course yesterday we were buzzing for today. I was genuinely impressed by every player and caddie who stepped up to the first tee ready to compete." Nordqvist noted that Europe had a strong start on the scoreboard, which set the tone for the rest of the day.
"We talked a lot about getting quick starts this week because of how fast the course was playing, and I’m incredibly proud of our players for hitting the ground running and staying strong through the finish." The event’s broadcast notes repeatedly reminded viewers to use Chrome for the most accessible video experience, underscoring the tournament’s commitment to inclusivity. Hull’s performance in the singles was a highlight. Two years earlier she had dominated Korda 6&4, and despite only half a point from the first four sessions alongside Lottie Woad, Nordqvist trusted her to lead Europe’s charge.
"Putting Charley first was a no‑brainer," Nordqvist explained. "The statistics from yesterday showed that Charley and Lottie were among the top‑four players with the most birdies for the week. Even though they hadn’t accumulated many points yet, they were playing incredibly tough matches.
People often underestimate how good these players are and how high the level of golf has been throughout the weekend." Both English players were in danger of becoming the first Solheim Cup participants to appear in five sessions without a win, especially after a record‑tying 6&5 loss in the Saturday foursomes. Hull, however, turned the tide with a decisive 3&2 victory over Megan Khang, earning her first full point of the competition and helping Europe clinch six of the opening eight singles matches – a first‑time achievement for the side. Hull reflected on her performance: "I’ve given myself numerous chances, which has been frustrating at times.
I didn’t make a lot of putts today, but I stayed steady and hit a lot of greens. The weather was miserable, yet I kept my composure." She also recounted a conversation with vice‑captain Mel Reid: "She reminded me that I was the third‑most birdie‑rich player this week, and I was up against Yealimi Noh, who has been on fire lately. It’s a match‑play reality – you can play well and still miss the points. I’m just happy to have secured a point; it’s better than none." Woad, meanwhile, secured her inaugural Solheim Cup win by defeating Auston Kim, pushing the European total to 14 points and igniting jubilant celebrations.
Carlota Ciganda later sealed the victory by beating Jennifer Kupcho. Woad described the emotional roller‑coaster: "I was disappointed earlier, feeling like I was playing solid golf but not translating that into points. The captains reminded me I was third on the birdie leaderboard, so I knew I was playing well. Golf can be like that – you have to trust the process, and eventually the winning putt fell to me." Looking ahead, the Ladies European Tour will travel to Spain for the La Sella Open at La Sella Golf Resort, starting Thursday.
The LPGA Tour will take a brief hiatus before the Walmart N Arkansas Championship scheduled for September 25‑27. The next Solheim Cup is slated for 2028 at Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky, set for September 8‑10. Fans can stay up‑to‑date with the latest Sky Sports offers or stream the action without a contract on NOW.