Europe claimed victory in the 2026 Solheim Cup on Sunday, defeating the United States 15-13 at Bernardus Golf Club in the Netherlands. The decisive singles matches proved to be a turning point for the European team, who entered the final day tied with their American counterparts at 8-8.
Charley Hull and Lottie Woad, Europe’s top-ranked players who had struggled through the first two days, finally delivered when it mattered most. Hull opened the singles with a commanding 3&2 victory over Megan Khang, immediately providing momentum for her team. Woad followed suit, securing a 2&1 win over Auston Kim on the 17th green to spark celebrations among European supporters. Captain Anna Nordqvist’s strategic decision to lead with Hull proved effective, establishing early dominance in a format where Europe had remained undefeated since 2015.
Europe’s strong performance extended beyond their star players. Four rookies—Julia Lopez Ramirez, Nastasia Nadaud, Mimi Rhodes, and others—impressed throughout the competition and contributed vital points during Sunday’s matches. Carlota Ciganda secured the winning point against Jennifer Kupcho, providing a dramatic finish after the American’s remarkable 91-foot putt had shifted momentum the previous day.
For the United States, the defeat marked a continued struggle on European soil, with their last continental victory dating back to 2015. Captain Angela Stanford acknowledged Europe’s superior performance, noting that her team faced opponents who played without pressure and capitalized on every opportunity available to them.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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