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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Loss to U.S. leaves Suzann Pettersen with mixed record as Europe’s Solheim Cup captain

GAINESVILLE, Va. — Suzann Pettersen was a big part of the biggest collapse in Solheim Cup history when her refusal to concede a short putt inspired the Americans to a comeback win in Germany in 2015. Pettersen’s record as European captain in two Solheim Cups is similarly mixed. But the Europeans didn’t hole enough putts or close out enough matches …

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3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lilia Vu puts away Europe with closing birdie, US wins its first Solheim Cup since 2017

Associated Press

GAINESVILLE, Va. — Lilia Vu’s teammates ran onto the 18th green after her kick-in of a birdie putt gave the United States the half-point it needed to beat Europe, and U.S. captain Stacy Lewis scooped up her 5-year-old daughter, Chesnee, for a bear hug. “Luckily, I have the best team around me.” The final score: United States 15 1/2, Europe …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

USA build record-breaking 6-2 lead over Europe after opening day of Solheim Cup

The Independent

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Barack Obama cheers on Team USA against Europe at Solheim Cup as tournament kicks off in CHAOS outside Washington DC

Daily Mail

Barack Obama led the rallying cry in Virginia Friday afternoon as Team USA thrashed Europe in the opening matches of the Solheim Cup. Barack Obama led the rallying cry for the Americans at the Solheim Cup Friday afternoon A little @BarackObama cameo at the Solheim Cup. 1 Nelly Korda as she teed off in the afternoon session Team USA almost …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Nelly Korda leads Americans to a record-setting 6-2 margin on first day of Solheim Cup

Associated Press

GAINESVILLE, Va. — Nelly Korda danced at the urging of teammate Megan Khang as they walked off the first tee together at the Solheim Cup after a pep talk from former President Barack Obama. Korda has never won a Solheim Cup in three tries, but she put the United States in a strong position to end that drought by winning …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Charley Hull gets permission from captain to smoke at Solheim Cup

The Independent

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Alison Lee’s Solheim Cup return brings back memories of controversial past

The Independent

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Battle at breakfast tees up Solheim Cup duel as Europe look to secure another win against the USA in female equivalent of the Ryder Cup

Daily Mail

If the Ryder Cup has thrown up an inconvenient truth it is that the hype is rarely accompanied by close scoring. That Europe have crossed the Atlantic as holders of the Solheim Cup is the legacy of last year’s draw in Spain, with three of the previous four clashes with the USA decided by two points or less. This 19th …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Revered by teammates, captain and U.S. fans, Lexi Thompson hopes for a win in her final Solheim Cup

Associated Press

GAINESVILLE, Va. — Lexi Thompson worked her way down the rope line between the second and third holes at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club on Thursday, signing dozens of hats, flags and golf balls. The fans on the other side, worried they would miss their chance with the U.S. Solheim Cup team’s most popular player, began chanting, “Lexi! Thompson and …

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

USA captain explains ‘issues’ behind ‘house-gate’ at Solheim Cup

The Independent

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Stacy Lewis insists ‘hungry’ United States not feeling pressure at Solheim Cup

The Independent

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3 months, 4 weeks ago

Suzann Pettersen: Fresh memories of 2023 drama can fuel Europe’s Solheim Cup bid

The Independent

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

Lexi Thompson headlines captain’s picks for U.S. Solheim Cup team

New York Times

U.S. Solheim Cup captain Stacey Lewis selected Lexi Thompson, Jennifer Kupcho and Sarah Schmelzel as captain’s picks to finalize her team Tuesday. This year marks Thompson’s seventh consecutive time representing the U.S. at the Solheim Cup, but it will also be her last. Thompson, a major champion and 11-time LPGA Tour winner, broke out onto the women’s golf scene at …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Lexi Thompson hopes to help the U.S. reclaim the Solheim Cup in her last year as a full-time player

Associated Press

GAINESVILLE, Va. — Lexi Thompson isn’t sure whether this year’s Solheim Cup will be her last as a player, but she showed her commitment to returning the cup to the United States by making an early visit to the demanding venue where the Americans will take on Europe in September. I just need you to be close.’” The 29-year-old Thompson, …

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1 year, 4 months ago

Lilia Vu, Nelly Korda included as U.S. Solheim Cup team names nine automatic qualifiers

The Hindu

1 Lilia Vu and No. 2 Nelly Korda lead the list of nine automatic qualifiers announced Monday for the U.S. Solheim Cup team. Stacy Lewis captain’s the squad for next month’s biennial competition in Spain, which includes five others based on Solheim Cup point standings -- Allisen Corpuz, Megan Khang, Jennifer Kupcho, Danielle Kang and Andrea Lee -- plus Lexi …

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3 years, 1 month ago

Suzann Pettersen to captain Europe at 2023 Solheim Cup

The Telegraph

Suzann Pettersen has already been cast as hero and villain of past Solheim Cups. While the identity of Europe’s next Ryder Cup captain for the encounter in Rome that will immediately follow the women’s collision remains in doubt, it was almost taken as read that Pettersen would take the reins from Catriona Matthew. The 40-year-old is hugely experienced, having appeared …

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3 years, 4 months ago

Solheim Cup 2021: Catriona Matthew rules out staying on as Europe captain

The Independent

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3 years, 4 months ago

Korda heads US qualifiers for Solheim Cup

The Hindu

1 Nelly Korda headed the list of nine automatic qualifiers who will represent the United States against Team Europe in the upcoming Solheim Cup in Toledo, Ohio. "The last two years have been so long and I'm so happy to finally know who be on Team USA in Toledo," Hurst said in a news release. Sweden's Anna Nordqvist landed one …

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Loss to U.S. leaves Suzann Pettersen with mixed record as Europe’s Solheim Cup captain

Lilia Vu puts away Europe with closing birdie, US wins its first Solheim Cup since 2017

USA build record-breaking 6-2 lead over Europe after opening day of Solheim Cup

Barack Obama cheers on Team USA against Europe at Solheim Cup as tournament kicks off in CHAOS outside Washington DC

Nelly Korda leads Americans to a record-setting 6-2 margin on first day of Solheim Cup

Charley Hull gets permission from captain to smoke at Solheim Cup

Alison Lee’s Solheim Cup return brings back memories of controversial past

Battle at breakfast tees up Solheim Cup duel as Europe look to secure another win against the USA in female equivalent of the Ryder Cup

Revered by teammates, captain and U.S. fans, Lexi Thompson hopes for a win in her final Solheim Cup

USA captain explains ‘issues’ behind ‘house-gate’ at Solheim Cup

Stacy Lewis insists ‘hungry’ United States not feeling pressure at Solheim Cup

Suzann Pettersen: Fresh memories of 2023 drama can fuel Europe’s Solheim Cup bid

Lexi Thompson headlines captain’s picks for U.S. Solheim Cup team

Lexi Thompson hopes to help the U.S. reclaim the Solheim Cup in her last year as a full-time player

Lilia Vu, Nelly Korda included as U.S. Solheim Cup team names nine automatic qualifiers

Suzann Pettersen to captain Europe at 2023 Solheim Cup

Solheim Cup 2021: Catriona Matthew rules out staying on as Europe captain

Korda heads US qualifiers for Solheim Cup