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Europe Seizes Solheim Cup Lead After Late Foursomes Surge

By Sports Desk · 2026-09-12 · Updated 2026-09-12 11:42 UTC
A serene golf fairway with lush green grass and a distant flagstick on a putting green.
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Europe holds a 7-5 lead heading into the afternoon after a strong foursomes performance, with recent footage from GN sports/golf (en-US) showcasing key plays like Stark’s eagle and Henseleit’s clutch chip that helped secure the continental advantage.

  • GN sports/golf (en-US) has released highlight reels detailing the specific moments that swung the morning session, including Maja Stark’s chip-in eagle and Esther Henseleit’s crucial recovery shot that kept Maguire’s match alive.

    Source: Golf Channel

  • In the final hours of the morning session, a likely tie shattered as Leona Maguire and Esther Henseleit seized control, handing Europe a 7-5 lead heading into afternoon.

    Source: Yahoo Sports
Based on reporting by Yahoo Sports and Golf Channel, compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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