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Auston Kim qualifies for the United States team at the Solheim Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:06 AM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Auston Kim qualifies for the United States team at the Solheim Cup

Summary

Auston Kim will represent the United States at the upcoming Solheim Cup after securing a spot on the roster through points. U.S. captain Angela Stanford informed the LPGA golfer of her selection on August 16. The tournament is scheduled for September 11-13 at the Bernardus Golf Club in the Netherlands. Kim earned her position following strong performances in the 2026 season, including top-10 finishes at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship and the Amundi Evian Championship. She joins a veteran-heavy squad that currently holds an 11-8 record in the competition.

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Key Details

•Auston Kim earned her spot on the U.S. Solheim Cup team through total points.
•The 2026 Solheim Cup takes place September 11-13 at Bernardus Golf Club.
•Kim is one of two rookies joining the defending champion U.S. team.
•She has earned over $1.3 million in prize money during the 2026 season.
•Kim plans to continue her season with seven remaining tournaments after the Solheim Cup.

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