United States win Solheim Cup despite brave European fightback

The United States held off a brave fightback from Europe to win the Solheim Cup for the first time since 2017 in dramatic fashion in Virginia.

World number two Lilia Vu birdied the final two holes at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club to halve her match with Swiss rookie Albane Valenzuela and edge the home side over the line.

Trailing 10-6 heading into Sunday’s singles, Charley Hull gave Europe a dream start in the opening match as she thrashed the previously unbeaten world number one Nelly Korda 6 and 4, only for Megan Khang to swiftly close out a 6 and 5 victory over Emily Pedersen.

Charley Hull takes down World No 1 Nelly Korda in style!