Team Europe and Team USA are locked in an 8-8 tie as they prepare for the final day of the 2026 Solheim Cup at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands. The hosts and visitors have been separated by little margin throughout the competition, setting up a dramatic conclusion on Sunday.
The outcome hinges on the final singles matches, with both sides requiring 14.5 points to claim victory outright, while the United States only needs 14 points to retain the trophy. Charley Hull is set to lead out Team Europe in the morning tee times despite accumulating just 0.5 points from her previous four matches this week. Hull faces Megan Khang in the featured pairing starting at 10:10 am UK time.
Weather conditions are expected to play a pivotal role in the final round, with forecasts predicting waves of moderate to heavy rain for most of the day. The worst of the weather is anticipated around lunchtime, with skies already appearing bleak and wet at the venue.
Sky Sports analyst Sophie Walker noted that while golfers often prefer calm conditions, the sandy construction of the Bernardus Golf course should allow for effective drainage. However, she emphasized that maintaining ball position will be the primary challenge for players. Walker advised competitors to focus on fighting for every point given the difficult circumstances.
The tie comes after a dramatic Saturday session in which Team USA erased a deficit through late heroics from Jennifer Kupcho. Kupcho sank crucial putts from 90 feet and 20 feet on the final two holes to win her match and level the overall score. Teammate Angela Stanford described Kupcho’s performance as a moment that turned the tide in favor of the Americans.
Following Saturday’s results, early celebrations broke out on the United States team bus, though the final verdict will not be determined until Sunday evening. Sky Sports will provide live coverage of the event starting at 9 am, with commentary from David Ruse and updates from reporter Ali Stafford on the ground.
Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands is a fantastic venue. I hope the rain holds off just enough for a proper showdown on Sunday morning.
So Charley Hull is starting despite having just half a point this week? Bold selection by the European captain, or desperate?
Heavy rain forecast? That could change everything. The sand drains well, but keeping the ball still will be tough for everyone out there.
I cannot believe Jennifer Kupcho’s late heroics erased that deficit. What a swing of momentum heading into Sunday!