Europe win Solheim Cup on final day of drama

Monday, 26 September 2011 11:06 AM Europe claimed victory in the Solheim Cup with a 15-13 win over the US at Killeen Castle after a barren run of four straight defeats. On a dramatic final day, the home team came back from a one point deficit to finish with a two-point advantage. Suzann Pettersen was one of the heroes of the day, shooting three consecutive birdies to beat Michelle Wie despite trailing by a stroke at the 16th. Meanwhile, fellow Scandinavian Hedwall sealed the overall victory when she won the last two holes to halve her match with Ryann OToole. Azahara Munoz clinched the vital point in the final match with a one-hole win over Angela Stanford. Victorious captain Alison Nicholas described the triumph as her..
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