Team Europe have once again captured the Solheim Cup, edging out Team USA 15‑13 after a dramatic final day of singles play in the Netherlands. The competition, held at Bernardus Golf, had been level at 8‑8 heading into Sunday’s rain‑soaked round, meaning Europe needed just 6.5 points from the singles to secure the trophy. Two years after a defeat on American soil, the Europeans entered the day with confidence, and an early lead was established when Charley Hull opened the singles by defeating Megan Khang 3&2, putting the first point on the board for Europe.
The early momentum continued as Anna Nordqvist’s side briefly held a lead in eight of the twelve matches. Linn Grant further extended Europe’s advantage by beating Angel Yin, completing a flawless week for the Swedish star. However, Team USA fought back when 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 defeating rookie Mimi Rhodes 4&3, leveling the overall score. Subsequent victories by France’s Nastasia Nadaud, Denmark’s Nanna Koerstz Madsen and Spain’s Julia Lopez Ramirez brought Europe ever closer to the decisive total. Lottie Woad’s win over Auston Kim lifted the host nation to 14 points, sparking celebrations among the European contingent.
Veteran Carlota Ciganda, who had already secured at least a half‑point, then sealed the triumph by defeating Jennifer Kupcho, confirming Europe’s victory on home soil. The day’s drama was amplified by a series of video highlights that required a Chrome browser for optimal viewing, underscoring the modern, multimedia nature of today’s golf coverage. Earlier, Kupcho’s spectacular birdies on Saturday had convinced USA captain Angela Stanford that the tide was turning in America’s favour. Yet Europe responded decisively on the final day, with Hull delivering a dominant 6&4 win over Korda, a performance that justified her captain’s decision to place her at the top of the singles lineup despite only half a point earned in the preceding sessions.
Hull’s victory was marked by a flawless start—she secured the opening hole with a par and never fell behind. After matching Khang’s birdie on the eighth, Hull capitalized on both back‑nine par‑fives to close out the match. Reflecting on her play, Hull admitted, "I’ve given myself many chances and it’s been frustrating at times, but I stayed steady, hit a lot of greens, and that consistency paid off." Linn Grant made history by becoming only the ninth player ever to finish a Solheim Cup with a 4‑0‑0 record, following a commanding 4&3 win over Yin. Alison Lee mirrored Grant’s achievement by rallying from four down with seven holes left to defeat Henseleit, showcasing the resilience that defined many of the day’s contests.
Lee noted, "I focused on staying consistent. The front nine was tough with rain, limiting birdie opportunities, but the weather improved and so did my game." While Korda delivered what many called the performance of the week against Rhodes, Europe’s other rookies also contributed vital points.
Nadaud beat Andrea Lee 3&2, marking her third win of a debut, and Lopez Ramirez capped an unbeaten first appearance by overcoming Yealimi Noh. Madsen had previously bested Allisen Corpuz, and Woad recovered from three consecutive lost holes on the back nine to secure her win over Kim, keeping Europe on the brink of victory.
Ciganda, after establishing an early lead against Kupcho, secured the decisive point, confirming the Cup for Europe. Ciganda expressed her joy, stating, "I’m thrilled. We had a fantastic team all week, arguably one of the strongest in recent years." Team USA’s rookie Lindy Duncan ended Maja Stark’s perfect record, while Lauren Coughlin handed Leona Maguire her first Solheim singles loss, narrowing the margin. In the bottom match, Rose Zhang defeated Celine Boutier 2 up, leaving the Frenchwoman without a point for the week.
Europe’s captain, Anna Nordqvist, praised the collective effort: "There’s been immense hard work over the past two years, not just from me but from the entire support staff. The helpers have been amazing, allowing the players to focus on their game. We felt a great vibe all week, strong teamwork, and fast starts that suited the course.
I’m incredibly proud of the players for starting and finishing strong." USA captain Angela Stanford acknowledged the quality of the opposition: "We did many things right leading up to the event and fought hard. The Europeans played excellently today. With their backs against the wall, they had nothing to lose and they delivered.
Congratulations to 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 brief intermission 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. Golf fans can stay updated on the latest Sky Sports offers or stream without a contract on NOW, and they can also explore discounted tee times at over 1,700 courses across the UK and Ireland.