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Europe wins Solheim Cup 15-13 under Anna Nordqvist

By Drooid · Sep 13, 2026, 10:35 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Europe captured the Solheim Cup 15-13 in the Netherlands under captain Anna Nordqvist.
Lottie Woad clinched with a 2-and-1 win over Auston Kim, moving Europe to 14½ points.
Carlota Ciganda sealed the decisive point by beating Jennifer Kupcho 4-and-2, raising Europe to 15 points.
Europe won seven of 12 singles points, its best singles return since 2013.
Anna Nordqvist announced her retirement two weeks before leading Europe to the trophy.

History

Historical Context

The Solheim Cup began in 1990 when the United States beat Europe 11-4 in Orlando, and Europe captured its first title two years later, winning 11-6 at Dalmahoy under captain Dale Reid. After shifting to odd years in 2003 and returning to even years in 2024, Europe’s 2024 triumph under Anna Nordqvist mirrors the early captain-driven turn-around.

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Story summary

Europe captured the Solheim Cup 15-13 in the Netherlands under captain Anna Nordqvist.
Lottie Woad clinched with a 2-and-1 win over Auston Kim, moving Europe to 14½ points.
Carlota Ciganda sealed the decisive point by beating Jennifer Kupcho 4-and-2, raising Europe to 15 points.
Europe won seven of 12 singles points, its best singles return since 2013.
Anna Nordqvist announced her retirement two weeks before leading Europe to the trophy.

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