The opening day of the Solheim Cup at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands ended tied at 4-4, with Carlota Ciganda's contribution helping Europe avoid a deficit.
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Key facts
- The Solheim Cup is being played at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands.
- Day one ended level at 4-4 between Europe and the United States.
- Carlota Ciganda was highlighted for helping to save Europe from falling behind.
- Friday's session featured the fourballs format.
The opening day of the Solheim Cup ended all square at 4-4, as Europe and the United States traded points at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands.
Carlota Ciganda was singled out for helping Europe avoid falling behind, with Sky Sports crediting her performance for saving the home side’s blushes as the day concluded level.
Friday’s action came in the fourballs format, one of the team play disciplines that feature in the biennial contest between Europe and the United States.
With the scores tied heading into the remainder of the competition, both teams remain in contention as the event continues at the Dutch venue.
Sky Sports carried highlights of the Friday fourballs, capturing the key moments from a session that left neither side with an advantage after the first day.
Why it matters
The Solheim Cup is one of the marquee events in women's golf, pitting the best players from Europe against those from the United States. A tied opening day keeps the contest finely balanced, raising the stakes for the sessions to come.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score after day one of the Solheim Cup?
The opening day ended tied at 4-4 between Europe and the United States.
Where is the Solheim Cup being played?
The event is being held at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands.
Who helped Europe avoid falling behind?
Carlota Ciganda was credited with helping to save Europe's blushes as the day ended level.
Timeline
- Ciganda saves Europe blushes as day ends tied at 4-4
Sky Sports News: Highlights of the Friday fourballs from the Solheim Cup at Bernardus Golf, in the Netherlands.