‘Trending in the Right Direction’: Fifth Time Unlucky Charley Hull Refuses to Dwell on $300,000 Defeat as High-Stakes Showdown Edges Near

Charley Hull’s recent runner-up finish at the Kroger Queen City Championship was a tough blow, but the LPGA star refuses to dwell on it. The 27-year-old English golfer tied at 16-under 272 with Minjee Lee, only to lose in a playoff, walking away with $181,723—$300,000 less than the top prize.

Despite the setback, Hull showed resilience, humorously noting on Instagram that she’s “perfecting the 2nd place finish” this season. This was her fifth runner-up position in a year that has seen ten top-10 finishes. Though the loss stung, Hull remains optimistic, stating she is “trending in the right direction.”

Looking ahead, Hull’s excitement is now focused on the Solheim Cup, set to begin on September 22. She has expressed her enthusiasm about competing in the biennial event alongside her “favorite player,” Europe team captain Suzann Pettersen. Hull’s positive outlook and her ability to shake off disappointment speak volumes about her mental strength as she prepares to represent Europe in one of golf’s most prestigious tournaments. Fans are hoping her current streak will soon give way to a much-deserved victory.