Anna Nordqvist discusses challenges balancing Solheim Cup captaincy and playing
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:36 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Anna Nordqvist, captain of Team Europe, shared the difficulties of balancing her dual role during the Solheim Cup qualification campaign. Following the AIG Women's Open, where she carded a final round of 68, Nordqvist reflected on the tough phone calls she made to potential team members. Despite being the top-performing European at a previous major, she ruled herself out of playing during the Solheim Cup, citing exhaustion from the responsibilities of captaincy. Nordqvist is still finalizing her team lineup as she awaits the results of the Ladies European Tour's rankings. The Solheim Cup is scheduled to take place from September 11-13.
- •Nordqvist admits balancing her roles has been tougher than expected.
- •She ruled herself out as a playing captain during the AIG Women's Open.
- •She made important calls to potential team players after the tournament.
- •Nordqvist remains unsure on her final 12-player lineup for the Solheim Cup.
"Team Europe captain Anna Nordqvist has admitted juggling playing with Solheim Cup captaincy during the qualification campaign has been tougher than expected.
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