Europe and the USA start the second day of the 2026 Solheim Cup tied after a competitive opening day of play.
Key facts
- •The USA enters the second day as the defending Solheim Cup holders.
- •Allisen Corpuz and Nelly Korda maintain an undefeated 5-0 record as a foursomes pair.
- •Europe and the USA were tied following the conclusion of play on Friday.
- •Four American players—Jennifer Kupcho, Rose Zhang, Andrea Lee, and Auston Kim—are participating in the Saturday morning foursomes to seek their first points.
The 2026 Solheim Cup continues with Saturday morning foursomes as Europe and the USA enter the day with level scores. Following a closely contested first day, both teams are looking to gain an advantage in the tournament. The USA enters as the defending holders, meaning they retain the cup in the event of a tie.
Tournament Status and Team Performance
Heading into Saturday, every European player has participated in at least one match, with Celine Boutier and Nanna Madsen remaining without a point. On the American side, five players have yet to earn a point, four of whom—Jennifer Kupcho, Rose Zhang, Andrea Lee, and Auston Kim—are scheduled to compete in the morning foursomes.
Key Matchups and Records
The American pairing of Allisen Corpuz and Nelly Korda holds a 5-0 record in Solheim Cup foursomes, marking them as the most successful partnership in the event's history. Friday concluded with a dramatic half-point for Europe after Carlota Ciganda secured a save on the 18th hole, preventing the USA from taking a one-point lead into the second day.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Guardian Sport.
