As the countdown to the 19th Solheim Cup intensifies, the teams are beginning to take shape with nine U.S. and eight European players automatically qualifying for the prestigious event. The automatic spots were secured following the AIG Women’s Open, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying competition at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, Virginia, from September 13-15.
U.S. Solheim Cup Team: 75% Complete
U.S. Solheim Cup Captain Stacy Lewis now has three-quarters of her team finalized, with nine players securing their spots based on their performance throughout the season. Seven players qualified via the Solheim Cup points system, while two others earned their place through the Rolex Rankings.
U.S. Qualifiers:
- Nelly Korda
- Lilia Vu
- Lauren Coughlin
- Ally Ewing
- Allisen Corpuz
- Megan Khang
- Andrea Lee
- Rose Zhang (Rolex Rankings)
- Alison Lee (Rolex Rankings)
With these nine players set, Lewis is left with the crucial task of selecting her three wildcard picks, which she will announce on Tuesday at 10 a.m. ET. These final selections will be pivotal in rounding out the team, adding depth and possibly bringing in players with match-play experience or exceptional recent form.
European Solheim Cup Team: Eight Spots Secured
Across the Atlantic, European Captain Suzann Pettersen has seen eight players qualify automatically for her squad. With two players qualifying through points and six through the Rolex Rankings, the European team is also shaping up to be a formidable opponent.
European Qualifiers:
- Charley Hull (England, Points)
- Esther Henseleit (Germany, Points)
- Celine Boutier (France)
- Maja Stark (Sweden)
- Linn Grant (Sweden)
- Leona Maguire (Ireland)
- Carlota Ciganda (Spain)
- Madelene Sagstrom (Sweden)
Pettersen will reveal her four captain’s picks on Monday at 11 a.m. ET, live on Golf Channel. These choices will be key in finalizing a team capable of extending Europe’s recent dominance in the Solheim Cup.
The Battle Ahead: A Historic Solheim Cup
This year’s Solheim Cup is set to be a historic showdown, with Europe aiming to claim the cup for the fourth consecutive time after earning a tie last year in Spain, which allowed them to retain the trophy. The U.S. team, under the leadership of Stacy Lewis, will be determined to reclaim the title on home soil.
As both captains finalize their rosters in the coming days, the anticipation continues to build for what is sure to be a thrilling competition. With so much at stake and the world’s best players on both sides, the 2024 Solheim Cup promises to deliver unforgettable moments and fierce battles.
