Legend Laura Davies backing Kettering’s Charley Hull to make a major breakthrough
Hull was the European team’s top scorer, claiming three points from five matches, as they came up short in their attempt to claim a fourth straight Solheim victory, eventually losing 15.5- 12.5.
They had gone into Sunday’s singles trailing 10-6 and in need of something of a miracle to retain the title, and Hull gave the team the perfect start as she trounced world number one Nelly Korda 6&4 in the opening singles contest.
Earlier in the tournament, Hull had partnered Esther Henseleit to a final-hole victory in the Saturday foursomes and then teamed up with her friend Georgia Hall to win her fourballs match later the same day.
Hull’s win over Korda in the singles gave Suzann Pettersen’s side hope that they could produce a glorious fightback, but Team USA held their nerve to seal the trophy.
The world No 12 finished as Europe’s top scorer with three points from five matches and Davies, who served as vice-captain, was impressed with Hull’s display, believing she has the game to challenge for major success in the years ahead.
Davies, who was Team Europe’s vice-captain, is a four-time major champion and told Sky Sports News: “I can’t believe Charley’s not already a major champion, as she’s so talented.
“It’s not easy to win major championships, we all know that, but that’s what we’d hope for her because she’s that good.
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