Team Europe have retained the Solheim Cup thanks to a historic 14-14 tie at Finca Cortesin in Spain.
In the competition’s 18 editions, the final score had never finished level – despite a plethora of tight endings. But, in the 2023 version, Carlota Ciganda holed the crucial putt on the 17th green after sticking her tee shot within a few feet – clinching a full point which dragged Europe to the magic number.
While Ciganda’s contribution was undoubtedly vital, Sweden’s Caroline Hedwall overturned a highly unfavourable situation in which she was three down with six to play – ultimately claiming a full point on the last.
A host of golf personalities were desperate to have their say on social media, including Team Europe’s 2023 Ryder Cup captain, Luke Donald and Team USA player, Justin Thomas.
“I couldn’t be more proud.”An emotional @suzannpettersen speaks after @SolheimCupEuro clinched keeping the cup 🏆#SolheimCup2023 pic.twitter.com/z9cAgvsYpaSeptember 24, 2023
A couple of daggers from Carlota to turn her match around on 16 & 17. What a performance from @SolheimCupEuro & @suzannpettersen to retain the Cup 🏆Well done ladies 🇪🇺💙💛👏🏼September 24, 2023
Unbelievable finish at @TheSolheimCup. Those clutch shots by @carlotagolf were amazing. Loved to see @Lexi go out and play great today in the anchor match. Extremely proud and happy for @CKnightGolf33 and her great play this week. Repping @AlabamaWGolf!September 24, 2023
Many congratulations to @suzannpettersen and @SolheimCupEuro to come back from 4 nil down was a superb effort enjoy your moment #SolheimCup2023September 24, 2023
Caroline Hedwall was 3 down with 6 to play and won 2 up. Birdied 13, 14, 16, 17, 18. Staggering. One of the most clutch performances in team golf history. And this after sitting the first three sessions of the competition.September 24, 2023
Congratulations @SolheimCupEuro what a day… 🏆 🇪🇺 https://t.co/n7NkQzzpq3September 24, 2023
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