Anna Nordqvist has publicly affirmed that Charley Hull’s performance is exactly where it should be, and she has demonstrated her confidence in the English golfer by slotting her in as the opening player for Team Europe in the Sunday singles session of the Solheim Cup. Hull’s contribution so far has been modest—she has earned just half a point from four matches—but she will still have the honour of leading Europe’s charge for the second straight Solheim Cup, echoing her dominant 6&4 victory over Nelly Korda in the same position two years earlier.
The veteran of the Solheim Cup, Hull, paired with Lottie Woad on Saturday in the foursomes, and the duo suffered a crushing defeat, losing 6&5 to the American pair of Alison Lee and Lauren Coughlin. That loss tied the record for the biggest margin in a foursomes match in the competition’s history.
Later, Hull and Woad were edged out on the final hole by Yealimi Noh and Andrea Lee, adding another setback to an already challenging first day. Despite those setbacks, Nordqvist remains convinced that Hull can rebound. "Charley started us out in Washington for the 2024 Solheim Cup and we’ve seen how well she has been playing over the last two days," Nordqvist said. "She hasn’t missed any crucial putts.
I watched her match this afternoon for several holes and she is exactly where she needs to be right now." Nordqvist added that what Hull needs is a spark of momentum, the kind that often turns the tide in match‑play formats. "It’s just that little bit of momentum she needs, which we all know is vital in these matches. I have full confidence in her heading out tomorrow, and I don’t think she feels she has anything to prove because we all recognise how talented she is," the Swedish captain explained. The singles schedule kicks off at 11:10 a.m.
local time (10:10 a.m. BST), with Hull facing Megan Khang.
The match will be the first of many that determine whether Europe can claw back the points needed to wrest the Cup from the United States. Team USA enters the final day needing six points to retain the trophy, while Europe must secure at least 6.5 points from the twelve singles matches to claim an outright victory for the first time since 2021. Beyond the headline match, the day will feature a full slate of intriguing pairings.
AIG Women’s Open runner‑up Esther Henseleit will take on Alison Lee, who has already won three of her matches. Angel Yin, returning after sitting out Saturday, will meet unbeaten Linn Grant. World No.
1 Nelly Korda will battle Mimi Rhodes, who has won both of her debut matches, while Allisen Corpuz faces Nanna Koerstz Madsen. Andrea Lee will square off against rookie Nastasia Nadaud, and Yealimi Noh, who has impressed all week, will challenge debutant Julia Lopez Ramirez.
Further down the line, Auston Kim meets Lottie Woad, Lauren Coughlin tackles Ireland’s Leona Maguire, and Lindy Duncan confronts Swedish star Maja Stark. In the penultimate match, Carlota Ciganda will step onto the tee against Jennifer Kupcho, the hero of Saturday’s four‑ball for the United States.
The final singles match will see Rose Zhang go head‑to‑head with Celine Boutier. Each of these contests carries weight, as the cumulative points will decide the fate of the Cup. Weather is expected to play a decisive role. The on‑site meteorologist has issued a forecast of moderate to heavy rain throughout the morning, with additional bands of rain moving across the course later in the day.
Rain probability ranges from 70 % to 90 % from early morning until mid‑afternoon, and an inch of rain could fall between Saturday night and Sunday morning. Such conditions could affect the pace of play, the condition of the greens, and ultimately the strategies employed by both captains. The final singles session is slated to begin at 1:22 p.m. local time (12:22 p.m.
BST) and is expected to wrap up around 5:30 p.m., after which the closing ceremony will commence at approximately 6:15 p.m. Fans worldwide can watch the drama unfold live on Sky Sports Golf starting at 9 a.m., with the first singles match kicking off at 10:10 a.m.
For those who prefer streaming, NOW offers a contract‑free option. Beyond the immediate excitement of the Solheim Cup, the event highlights the growing depth of women’s professional golf.
Players such as Hull, Korda, and Lee have become household names, and the competition itself continues to attract increasing viewership and sponsorship. The intense rivalry between Europe and the United States fuels a narrative that extends beyond individual matches, showcasing the sport’s global appeal and the high‑stakes environment of team golf. As the final day approaches, all eyes will be on Hull’s performance. If she can translate the confidence expressed by Nordqvist into a winning effort, she could set the tone for a European comeback.
Conversely, a strong showing from the United States could cement their hold on the Cup for another two‑year cycle. Regardless of the outcome, the Sunday singles promise a thrilling conclusion to one of women’s golf’s premier events.