Anna Nordqvist could not hide her delight after Team Europe secured the Solheim Cup, praising every competitor on the field and emphasizing that putting Charley Hull out first in the Sunday singles was an obvious choice. Europe reclaimed the trophy on a damp day at Bernardus Golf, capturing seven of the twelve points on the final day to edge Team USA 15‑13. After a dramatic finish the previous afternoon—when Jennifer Kupcho’s late‑stage birdies forced a tie—the Europeans rallied and earned their first outright victory since 2021. "This win feels amazing," Nordqvist told Sky Sports.
"We’ve put in a massive amount of work this week and over the last two years, not just me but the whole support crew. The staff have been phenomenal, making it easy for us to focus on playing, and the atmosphere around the course has been fantastic. Everyone has been a great teammate." She added that the team’s confidence was sky‑high as they left the course on Saturday, "I was blown away by every player and caddie who stepped up to the first tee, ready to compete." Nordqvist highlighted the early momentum, noting that Europe had a strong start on the scoreboard and that the fast‑playing conditions suited the side. "I’m incredibly proud of how our players began strongly and kept that intensity through to the finish," she said.
Hull’s performance in the singles further validated Nordqvist’s decision. The Englishwoman, who had only contributed half a point in the first four sessions alongside Lottie Woad, was trusted to open Europe’s singles line‑up. Hull delivered a decisive 3&2 win over Megan Khang, securing her first full point of the competition. "It was a no‑brainer to put Charley first," Nordqvist explained.
"The statistics from Saturday showed that Charley and Lottie were among the top‑four birdie makers for the week. Even though they hadn’t amassed many points yet, they had played the toughest matches and proved their quality." Both Hull and Woad had been in danger of becoming the first Solheim participants to sit through five sessions without a win, especially after a record‑tying 6&5 loss in the Saturday foursomes.
Hull’s steady play—hitting plenty of greens despite the inclement weather—earned her the crucial point. "I’ve given myself many chances, and it’s frustrating when they don’t turn into points," Hull admitted after her match. "I didn’t make a lot of putts, but I stayed consistent and kept the ball in play despite the rain." She recalled a conversation with vice‑captain Mel Reid, who reminded her that she was the third‑most prolific birdie‑maker that week, even though she was up against Yealimi Noh, who had been on a hot streak.
"Match play can be cruel, but I’m happy to have contributed a point. One and a half points is better than none," Hull said. Woad also broke her personal drought, defeating Auston Kim to push Europe to 14 points and spark jubilant celebrations among the home crowd.
After her victory, she reflected on the pressure she felt earlier in the tournament: "I was disappointed with my earlier results, thinking I was playing well but not scoring. The captains reminded me I was third in birdies, so I just had to trust my game.
In the end, I made the winning putt." The triumph set the stage for the Ladies European Tour’s next stop in Spain at the La Sella Open, while the LPGA will pause before the Walmart N Arkansas Championship later in September. Looking ahead, the Solheim Cup will return in 2028 to Valhalla Golf Club in Kentucky, scheduled for September 8‑10.
Overall, Europe’s victory was built on depth, resilience, and strategic decisions that paid off. Nordqvist’s confidence in Hull’s form, the team’s collective preparation, and the ability to seize momentum at crucial moments combined to overturn a tightly contested battle and deliver a memorable win for the continent.