The Solheim Cup 2026: All you need to know as Europe host US
The 20th Solheim Cup takes place from 11-13 September, with Europe hosting the United States at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands as they attempt to reclaim the trophy lost 15½-12½ two years ago in Virginia. The biennial contest, the leading team competition in women's golf, sees both sides under new leadership for the first time in this cycle, with Anna Nordqvist captaining Europe and Angela Stanford leading the US, adding fresh intrigue to a rivalry the US currently leads 11 wins to seven, with one tie.
Europe field a team boasting more world top-10 players than the US, led by English pair Lottie Woad and Charley Hull, while the Americans call on world number one Nelly Korda, winner of two majors this year. The event comprises 28 matches across foursomes and fourballs on Friday and Saturday, followed by 12 singles on Sunday, with a team needing 14½ points to win outright; as holders, the US retain the Cup in the event of a 14-14 draw. BBC Sport will broadcast live radio commentary and provide text updates, highlights and analysis throughout, with temperatures expected to reach around 21C.
- Europe host the US at Bernardus Golf, 11-13 September
- Both teams have new captains: Nordqvist (Europe) and Stanford (US)
- 28 matches decide outcome; US retain trophy if scores tie