Solheim Cup 2026: Schedule, TV Coverage and Team Rosters

The 2026 Solheim Cup will officially take place from September 10 to 13 at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands. This is the most prestigious women's team golf event in the world, where the U.S. team faces Europe in a three-day match play competition. The defending champions are the United States, who regained the Cup on home soil in Virginia in 2026 after three consecutive defeats. This year, captain Angela Stanford leads a lineup featuring notable names such as Nelly Korda, Rose Zhang, and a mix of veterans and young talents. Their goal is to defend the title and improve the all-time record to 12-8. On the European side, captain Anna Nordqvist will rely on the strength of Charley Hull – the English golfer in top form, along with Lottie Woad – a young English talent who impressed at major tournaments. Europe will certainly fight hard in front of their home crowd to reclaim the Cup lost two years ago. The Solheim Cup format mirrors the Ryder Cup: Friday and Saturday feature foursomes (alternate shot) and fourball matches, concluding with singles matches on Sunday. Each win earns one point, and the first team to reach 14.5 points claims victory. In 2026, the U.S. won by 15.5 to 12.5. To serve global fans, Golf Channel will broadcast all playing days. The opening ceremony takes place at 12:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, September 10. Official matches begin at 1:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET on Friday and Saturday. Sunday coverage runs from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET. Fans can also stream via Golfchannel.com and the Golf Channel app, with simulcasts starting at the same time as the TV broadcast. Historically, the U.S. leads the series, but Europe won three straight editions from 2026 to 2026. The competition has become increasingly intense, with both teams boasting world-class players. Nelly Korda, the current world number one, will be the backbone of the U.S., while Charley Hull always shines in team events. Bernardus Golf is a relatively new course but highly rated for its demanding design, requiring precision and smart strategy. This promises exciting duels, especially in alternate-shot matches. Organizers also announced expected attendance of up to 100,000 over four days, reflecting the tournament's popularity in Europe. Tickets sold out months in advance. The U.S. arrives with stable form as Nelly Korda has won 7 titles this year, while captain Angela Stanford, a major champion, understands the pressure of team competition. Europe, meanwhile, trusts the experience of Anna Nordqvist and the youthful energy of Lottie Woad, who just won the British Ladies Amateur. A highlight of the Solheim Cup is the passionate support of European home crowds. In 2026, the American fans created an overwhelming atmosphere, but this time Europe will have home advantage. The enthusiasm of Dutch and neighboring fans is sure to boost the home team. Notably, this is the second time the Netherlands hosts the Solheim Cup, after the first in Hilversum in 2026. Europe won that edition, and the memory remains fresh among fans. With their strongest squads and thorough preparation, both teams are highly determined. The U.S. wants to prove that the 2026 victory was not luck, while Europe aims to reaffirm its status as the world's leading women's golf force. Let's look forward to the outstanding performances from September 11 to 13 on Golf Channel and online platforms. Don't miss any moment of the most exciting women's golf tournament on the planet.