Team Europe finally ended the dominant run of Nelly Korda and Allisen Corpuz at the 2026 Solheim Cup, defeating the previously unbeaten American pair on Saturday morning to build a 7-5 lead after three sessions at Bernardus Golf Course in Den Bosch, Netherlands.
The top-ranked Korda and Corpuz had won their first five matches as a partnership across multiple Solheim Cup appearances, setting a record for consecutive wins by any pairing in the tournament's history. Their defeat marked a crucial turning point as Europe won the morning foursomes session to take a two-point advantage heading into Saturday afternoon's four-ball matches.
Europe's success in the morning session came after the teams were deadlocked 4-4 following Friday's play. The home team capitalized on their momentum from Carlota Ciganda's dramatic late heroics on Day 1, when she helped Europe salvage a tie after the United States had built an early lead.
The current score represents a significant shift from Friday, when the American team appeared to have the upper hand through much of the opening day. Korda and Corpuz had been the story of the early sessions, with their seamless partnership becoming the focal point of Team USA's strategy.
Saturday Afternoon Four-Ball Matches Set
With Europe now holding a 7-5 advantage, Saturday afternoon's four-ball matches become critical for both teams. The United States needs to win the session to regain momentum heading into Sunday's decisive singles matches, while Europe will look to extend their lead and put themselves in position to reclaim the cup on home soil.
The 2026 Solheim Cup is being held at Bernardus Golf Course in s'-Hertogenbosch, Netherlands, from September 11-13. The United States entered as defending champions after their 15.5-12.5 victory in 2024, but Europe has historically performed well when hosting the biennial event.
Saturday's weather conditions in Den Bosch showed partly cloudy skies with temperatures around 76 degrees and light winds, providing favorable conditions for both teams as they battle for the prestigious trophy.
The defeat of Korda and Corpuz represents more than just a single match result. Their partnership had become a symbol of American dominance in team play, and breaking their streak gives Europe both practical points and psychological momentum as the tournament moves toward its conclusion.
Europe has won the Solheim Cup eight times compared to eleven victories for the United States since the tournament's inception in 1990. The cup alternates between venues in Europe and the United States, with this year's edition marking Europe's chance to reclaim the trophy on home soil.
Sunday's singles matches will determine the 2026 champion, with each team needing 14.5 points to win the cup. Europe's current two-point lead puts them in a strong position, but the Americans have shown resilience in previous Solheim Cups and will look to their depth and experience in the individual format to mount a comeback.
