The GIST: The 19th edition of the Solheim Cup, one of women’s golf’s most anticipated tourneys — and inspired by the men’s drama-filled Ryder Cup — will pit Team USA against Team Europe when it officially opens tomorrow at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Virginia.
How it works: The biennial tourney features a three-day match-play competition. The first two days consist of foursome (alternate shot) and four-ball (best ball) matches, while the final day is one-on-one singles matches.
Key storylines: Though the squads tied in Spain last year, Team Europe is technically the defending champ having won in 2021, putting pressure on Team USA to avoid four straight losses. Everyone loves an underdog.
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