Solheim Cup 2024: Charley Hull and Esther Henseleit to lead out Team Europe in Friday

Solheim Cup 2024: Charley Hull and Esther Henseleit to lead out Team Europe in Friday
The 2024 Solheim Cup is set to kick off with an exciting opening match as Charley Hull and Esther Henseleit lead Team Europe in Friday’s foursomes against Team USA’s Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz.

Hull, a veteran making her seventh consecutive appearance for Europe, will be joined by Henseleit, a rising star who has impressed with her Olympic silver in Paris and a strong performance at the ISPS Handa Women’s Scottish Open. Their match, starting at 7:05 am local time, promises to be a key battle as Team Europe aims to secure a historic fourth consecutive Solheim Cup victory.

Celine Boutier, the top-ranked European player, will also be in action, pairing with Albane Valenzuela against the USA’s Rose Zhang and Lauren Coughlin in the second foursomes match. Meanwhile, Leona Maguire will sit out her first session, while seasoned players like Carlota Ciganda and Linn Grant are set to take on world No. 2 Lilia Vu and rookie Sarah Schmelzel. The Solheim Cup’s unique format, featuring foursomes, fourballs, and singles matches over three days, will challenge both teams as they compete for the coveted trophy. Coverage begins on Sky Sports Golf, with live action starting at 11:30 am BST.