Great Britain & Ireland Triumphs at the 43rd Curtis Cup
News Summary
Team Great Britain & Ireland has clinched victory at the 43rd Curtis Cup Match, defeating Team USA 10.5 to 9.5 after an intense competition at Sunningdale Golf Club. This marked GB&I’s first win since 2016, showcased thrilling matches, and drew over 16,680 spectators. Future matches loom as both teams prepare for the next showdown.
Great Britain & Ireland Takes the Crown at the 43rd Curtis Cup!
Golf fans, gather ‘round because we have an exhilarating story to share! The curtains have just closed on the 43rd Curtis Cup Match, and what a nail-biter it was. From August 30 to September 1, 2024, the prestigious Sunningdale Golf Club in England set the stage for a thrilling showdown between the best female amateur golfers of Team USA and Team Great Britain & Ireland (GB&I).
Victory After Eight Years!
If you’re a fan of GB&I, then you’ll be cheering from the rooftops! This win marks GB&I’s first victory since 2016. With skill, grit, and determination, they pushed through the competition and came out on top, securing a nail-biting final score of 10.5 to 9.5 against Team USA. Talk about a comeback!
The Format of Fierce Competition
So how did this exciting competition unfold? The format was wonderfully engaging. The first two days featured three foursomes and three four-ball matches, followed by a highly awaited set of eight singles matches on the final day, which was filled with excitement and suspense!
Sunday Showdown! GB&I’s Strong Lead
By the time Sunday rolled around, Team GB&I had established a solid lead of 7-5, which set the stage perfectly. They only needed 3.5 points to clinch victory, and the pressure was on.
First Singles Matches: A Mixed Bag
The first four singles matches kicked off with fireworks! It was a mixed day with both teams showing their skills. Asterisk Talley from Team USA brought her A-game and secured a win against Lottie Woad of GB&I, coming out victorious 3 and 2. However, Sara Byrne from GB&I quickly evened the score with an impressive 3 and 2 victory over Catherine Park. The intense back-and-forth continued as Anna Davis (USA) took the challenge and defeated Hannah Darling (GB&I) by 3 and 2, but patience prevailed, and Patience Rhodes from GB&I crushed it with a whopping 6 and 5 win against Zoe Campos. After all that, the score stood at 9-7 with four nail-biting matches left to go!
Evenly Matched Tension
As tensions ran high and nerves set in, all four remaining matches were tightly contested. In a thrilling turn, Jasmine Koo of Team USA captured a point with her 3 and 2 win over Beth Coulter, bringing the score to a tense 9-8.
The Deciding Matches
But hold on! Lorna McClymont from GB&I stepped up and delivered a fantastic 3-up victory over Megan Schofill on the 16th hole, sending cheers ringing through the crowd. Meanwhile, Mimi Rhodes fought valiantly and earned a crucial half-point against Melanie Green, which ultimately clinched the overall victory for GB&I. Unfortunately for Team USA, Rachel Kuehn’s 3 and 2 win against Aine Donegan was too late to sway the final outcome.
Record-Breaking Attendance
This year’s Curtis Cup attracted a buzzworthy attendance of more than 16,680 spectators. You could practically feel the energy! It was wonderful to see so many fans cheering on their favorite players, creating an electrifying atmosphere.
Looking Ahead
With Team GB&I under the capable leadership of Catriona Matthew, a two-time Solheim Cup captain, they are certainly on a high. On the other side, Team USA, led by four-time U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur champion Meghan Stasi, will surely be training hard for the next showdown.
Mark your calendars, folks! The 44th Curtis Cup is set to take place at Bel-Air Country Club in Los Angeles, California from June 12-14, 2026. We can’t wait to see how this friendly rivalry evolves in the years to come!
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