Story perspectives

Angela Stanford picks Khang, Zhang, Duncan for Solheim Cup

8/25/2026

Summary

Stanford Picks Solheim Team

U.S. captain Angela Stanford selected Megan Khang, Rose Zhang and Lindy Duncan for the Solheim Cup.
Megan Khang, 28, holds a 7-3-3 Solheim record despite making one cut in eight recent starts.
Rose Zhang, 23, went 4-0 in the 2024 Solheim Cup despite only one top-10 finish since April.
Lindy Duncan, 35, becomes the oldest American Solheim rookie in 25 years, debuting at Bernardus Golf.

Summary

Korda Leads Qualifiers

Nelly Korda led nine automatic qualifiers confirmed after the CPKC Women’s Open final round.
Auston Kim is the only rookie among the automatic qualifiers.
Andrea Lee and Alison Lee earned spots via world rankings, while the first seven qualified on U.S. Solheim points.
Kiara Romero (No. 164) missed selection despite a T-23 pro debut and a T-6 amateur finish at the U.S. Women’s Open.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Solheim Cup in 1990, created by club maker Karsten Solheim, pitted the United States against Europe, ending 11-5. The event featured 12 players per side, including future Hall of Famer Annika Sörenstam, and secured $1 million in sponsorship. Captain Angela Stanford now blends veteran Lindy Duncan with rising Megan Khang and Rose Zhang, mirroring the 1990 mix of experience and youth. The 1990 model suggests fresh talent can sustain U.S. dominance, implying the 2024 roster may preserve America’s edge.

1 of 3

Stanford Picks Solheim Team

U.S. captain Angela Stanford selected Megan Khang, Rose Zhang and Lindy Duncan for the Solheim Cup.
Megan Khang, 28, holds a 7-3-3 Solheim record despite making one cut in eight recent starts.
Rose Zhang, 23, went 4-0 in the 2024 Solheim Cup despite only one top-10 finish since April.
Lindy Duncan, 35, becomes the oldest American Solheim rookie in 25 years, debuting at Bernardus Golf.

1 / 3