The biennial team match-play competition features the best 12 European players from the Ladies European Tour and the 12 best players from the LPGA Tour.
The Solheim Cup will take place in the Netherlands this week at Bernardus Golf, with Europe captained by Anna Nordqvist and Angela Stanford in charge of Team USA.
This is the 20th Solheim Cup, with Team USA looking to win for the second straight year, while Europe have not lost on home soil since 2015.
Solheim Cup Tips
- Winner: Europe (EVS)
- Top European Points Scorer: Lottie Woad (9/2)
- Top US Points Scorer: Lauren Coughlin (15/2)
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Team Europe
Charley Hull
- Solheim Cup appearances: Seven (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: 16.5 points from 27 matches (15 wins, 3 ties, 9 losses)
Esther Henseleit
- Solheim Cup appearances: One (2024)
- Record: 1.5 points from three matches (1 win, 1 tie, 1 loss)
Lottie Woad
- Solheim Cup appearances: Solheim Cup debut
Maja Stark
- Solheim Cup appearances: Two (2023, 2024)
- Record: Four points from eight matches (3 wins, 2 ties, 3 losses)
Celine Boutier
- Solheim Cup appearances: Four (2019, 2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: 7.5 points from 14 matches (7 wins, 1 tie, 6 losses)
Carlota Ciganda
- Solheim Cup appearances: Seven (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: 14 points from 27 matches (12 wins, 4 ties, 11 losses)
Linn Grant
- Solheim Cup appearances: Two (2023, 2024)
- Record: Three points from nine matches (3 wins, 6 losses)
Nanna Koerstz Madsen
- Solheim Cup appearances: One (2021)
- Record: 1.5 points from three matches (1 win, 1 tie, 1 loss)
Leona Maguire
- Solheim Cup appearances: Three (2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: 8.5 points from 12 matches (8 wins, 1 tie, 3 losses)
Julia López Ramírez
- Solheim Cup appearances: Solheim Cup debut
Nastasia Nadaud
- Solheim Cup appearances: Solheim Cup debut
Mimi Rhodes
- Solheim Cup appearances: Solheim Cup debut
Team USA
Nelly Korda
- Solheim Cup appearances: Four (2019, 2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: 10.5 points from 16 matches (10 wins, 1 tie, 5 losses)
Angel Yin
- Solheim Cup appearances: Three (2017, 2019, 2023)
- Record: 5.5 points from nine matches (5 wins, 1 tie, 3 losses)
Jennifer Kupcho
- Solheim Cup appearances: Three (2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: Four points from 10 matches (3 wins, 2 ties, 5 losses)
Yealimi Noh
- Solheim Cup appearances: One (2021)
- Record: Two points from three matches (2 wins, 1 loss)
Auston Kim
- Solheim Cup appearances: Solheim Cup debut
Lauren Coughlin
- Solheim Cup appearances: One (2024)
- Record: 3.5 points from four matches (3 wins, 1 tie)
Allisen Corpuz
- Solheim Cup appearances: Two (2023, 2024)
- Record: 5.5 points from eight matches (5 wins, 1 tie, 2 losses)
Andrea Lee
- Solheim Cup appearances: Two (2015, 2024)
- Record: Two points from seven matches (2 wins, 5 losses)
Lindy Duncan
- Solheim Cup appearances: Solheim Cup debut
- Record: Oldest debutante since Nancy Scranton in 2000
Megan Khang
- Solheim Cup appearances: Four (2019, 2021, 2023, 2024)
- Record: 8.5 points from 13 matches (7 wins, 3 ties, 3 losses)
Rose Zhang
- Solheim Cup appearances: Two (2023, 2024)
- Record: 4.5 points from seven matches (4 wins, 1 tie, 2 losses)
Solheim Cup Betting Preview
Europe have players in tip-top form and, while many eyebrows were raised at the selection of Leona Maguire, she also seems to up her game for the Solheim Cup.
Bernardus will pose a test to the best female players in the world, while question marks over the USA team and their form will also be key.
The course layout is a worry for the Americans too, as it is something different for them to try and navigate. It is a heathland course that features lots of dunes, bunkers, gorse, challenging rough and several water hazards.
Charley Hull and Lottie Woad could pose a potent partnership if they are paired together, while Esther Henseleit couldn’t arrive in better form, having been runner-up to Shiho Kuwaki at the AIG Women’s Open.
Carlota Ciganda played a starring role in 2023 and could be one of the names to watch this week.
Solheim Cup Best Bets
- Winner: Europe (EVS)
- Top European Points Scorer: Lottie Woad (9/2)
- Top US Points Scorer: Lauren Coughlin (15/2)
Solheim Cup 2026 FAQ
When is the 2026 Solheim Cup?
The 2026 Solheim Cup takes place from Friday, September 11 to Sunday, September 13, 2026. The opening ceremony and first pairings take place on Thursday, September 10.
Where is the 2026 Solheim Cup being played?
The 2026 Solheim Cup is being played at Bernardus Golf in Cromvoirt, near ‘s-Hertogenbosch (Den Bosch), Netherlands. This is the first time the Solheim Cup has been held in the Netherlands.
What is the format of the Solheim Cup?
The Solheim Cup follows a match-play format similar to the Ryder Cup, with 12 players representing Europe and 12 representing the United States.
There are 28 matches and 28 points available across the three days. Friday and Saturday feature four foursomes and four fourball matches, while Sunday sees all 12 players compete in singles matches.
A win is worth one point, while a halved match earns each team half a point. Europe need 14.5 points to win the Solheim Cup, while the United States can retain the trophy with 14 points in the event of a 14-14 draw.
What are foursomes and fourballs?
Foursomes is an alternate-shot format where two players form a team and take turns hitting the same ball.
Fourballs, also known as better ball, sees each player play their own ball, with the best score from each team counting on every hole.
What TV channel is showing the Solheim Cup in Ireland?
The 2026 Solheim Cup will be shown live on Sky Sports, with coverage available on Sky Sports Golf and Sky Sports Main Event. Friday and Saturday coverage begins at 6:30am Irish time, while Sunday’s singles coverage starts at 9am.
Who are the Solheim Cup captains?
Anna Nordqvist is the captain of Team Europe, while Angela Stanford is captaining Team USA.
Who are the defending Solheim Cup champions?
The United States are the defending champions after beating Europe 15.5-12.5 at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Virginia in 2024.
How many Solheim Cups have Europe and the USA won?
The 2026 edition is the 20th Solheim Cup. The United States currently lead the overall head-to-head record, having won 11 editions to Europe’s seven, with one tie.
Who is making their Solheim Cup debut in 2026?
Team Europe has four debutants: Lottie Woad, Julia López Ramírez, Nastasia Nadaud and Mimi Rhodes.
Team USA has two debutants: Auston Kim and Lindy Duncan. Duncan will be the oldest player to make her Solheim Cup debut since Nancy Scranton in 2000.
Solheim Cup Odds
Europe evs, USA evs, the draw 10/1
