Great Britain and Ireland seek first U.S. Curtis Cup win since 1986

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Great Britain and Ireland seek first U.S. Curtis Cup win since 1986

Summary

Great Britain and Ireland's Curtis Cup team aims for its first victory on U.S. soil in 40 years at the 44th Curtis Cup, taking place at Bel-Air Country Club. Captain Catriona Matthew noted the strong competition from the American team, which holds an average World Amateur Golf Ranking of 13.6 compared to GB&I’s 117. GB&I's last win in the U.S. was in 1986, and they have faced nine winless attempts in U.S. competitions since, only achieving one tie. As part of their preparation, former team member Claire Dowling sent an encouraging message to inspire the current squad. The competition began today with four-ball matches.

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•GB&I aims for a historic Curtis Cup win at Bel-Air Country Club.
•Captain Catriona Matthew acknowledges strong American competition.
•GB&I's last U.S. win was in 1986 at Prairie Dunes.
•The only prior victory in U.S. was accompanied by one tie.
•Claire Dowling encouraged the current squad with a video message.

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4:30 PMYahoo Sports — 'We have nothing to lose': GB&I takes momentum into Sunday Singles at Curtis Cup
1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Fueled by legend’s message, GB&I eyes first U.S. Curtis Cup win in 40 years

What they're saying

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Great Britain & Ireland is looking to end a 40-year Curtis Cup drought at Bel-Air Country Club, having not won on foreign soil since 1986.
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Great Britain and Ireland faces a 40-year drought as they attempt to win the Curtis Cup on American soil this week.
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