Thousands of bicycles instead of horsepower-flaunting vehicles characterized the scene at the Solheim Cup at Bernardus Golf – a debut that could only unfold this way at a major event in Holland. Instead of endless car traffic and overflowing parking lots, the tournament leaned into Dutch cycling culture. According to reports, around 5,000 golf fans pedaled to the green daily, turning the bike parking areas into a true spectacle.
This is the 20th Solheim Cup and the very first time this event has taken place in the Netherlands. Bernardus Golf in Cromvoirt provides the perfect backdrop. Fans in orange created an unparalleled atmosphere right from the first tee shot, and the European crowd was fully engaged from the start. The remote location of the course makes walking and biking the central access method – a fresh breeze in the golf world.
Duel on the Green: Friday Finishes All Square
But it wasn't just off the green that things were heating up. On the fairways and greens, the action was intense from the very first minute. Friday ended with a thrilling 4-4 all square. Both the morning and afternoon sessions concluded 2-2, speaking to a balance of power one could only wish for.
Thrills Until the Final Putt
A real highlight on opening day was Carlota Ciganda, who brought the crowd to a frenzy with a clutch putt, securing a crucial point for Europe. That was a moment for the history books! On the US side, Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz showed what they were capable of right from the start, getting off to a very strong start in the Foursomes. But the Europeans confidently held their ground, leaving everything open for Saturday – pure excitement until the final hole!
