The 2026 Solheim Cup takes place at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands from September 11‑13 with USA marginal favourites to edge Team Europe.
It will be the 20th edition of women’s golf’s premier team contest and the first Solheim Cup staged in the Netherlands.
United States are defending champions after victory two years ago and as a result need 14 points to retain it as holders. Europe need 14.5 points to win the trophy back.
Current 2026 Solheim Cup Betting Odds
Team USA are narrow favourites in the early betting, generally priced around 1.90 or -110, while Europe are available at approximately 2.00 or +100.
The draw is a much longer shot at 12.00 or around +1100, although USA would retain the Cup with a 14‑14 tie as defending champions.
| Result | Betting Odds |
|---|---|
| Team Europe | 2.00 (+100) |
| Team USA | 1.90 (-110) |
| Tie | 12.00 (+1100) |
The market makes USA a slight favourite, but Europe will have the continental home advantage and a deep group of match-play specialists.
Team Europe Top Contenders
Charley Hull
Charley Hull is one of Europe’s most naturally suited players for the emotional intensity of the Solheim Cup.
Her attacking approach, confidence in front of a big crowd and ability to produce momentum-shifting birdies make her a potential difference-maker.
Europe will likely look to deploy Hull prominently in the team sessions. If she gets the crowd involved early, she can create the type of atmosphere that turns a close match in Europe’s favour.
Lottie Woad
Lottie Woad make her debut and gives the European Solheim Cup team a fearless and rapidly emerging talent capable of challenging the United States’ more established names.
Her assured temperament and willingness to take on big moments make her an intriguing possible rookie, particularly if she builds a productive partnership over the opening two days.
Celine Boutier
Celine Boutier’s tidy all-round game and calm decision-making make her a natural fit for foursomes.
The French star is particularly valuable if conditions become demanding, because she has the consistency to keep matches alive while allowing a more aggressive partner to take calculated risks.
Leona Maguire
Leona Maguire is one of Europe’s most dependable match-play performers and thrives on the tactical side of the format.
Her accuracy and ability to stay patient under pressure could be especially effective at Bernardus, where avoiding careless mistakes is vital in alternate-shot play.
Team USA Top Contenders
Nelly Korda
Nelly Korda is the world No.1 and the standout figure in the American side. Her 10‑5‑1 Solheim Cup record across 16 matches gives USA a proven points scorer with experience in every format.
Korda’s power and elite iron play make her a natural anchor for captain Angela Stanford.
If she provides early momentum in the foursomes and fourballs, USA’s narrow pre-match favouritism will look far more secure by the start of Sunday’s singles.
Angel Yin
Angel Yin gives USA another aggressive, high-ceiling option. Her ability to make birdies in bursts is especially valuable in fourballs, where one player can attack while a partner provides stability.
The key for Yin will be converting that attacking potential into sustained match-play pressure. At Bernardus, a fast start could make her a difficult opponent to chase down.
Rose Zhang
Rose Zhang has the composure and technical quality to be influential despite being relatively early in her professional career.
Her measured approach makes her a credible foursomes partner, while her controlled iron play should suit a course that requires sensible positioning as much as raw power.
Jennifer Kupcho
Jennifer Kupcho brings proven winning pedigree and a combative match-play temperament to the American lineup.
She has the ability to adapt her style to the format, whether that means playing aggressively in fourballs or keeping the ball in play during alternate shot.
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