Having previously played host to the men’s President’s Cup in 1994, 1996, 2000 and 2005, the challenging Robert Trent Jones Golf Club is now turning its hand to the women’s equivalent, the Solheim Cup, for the 19th edition staged on the 13th – 15th September.

Robert Trent Jones Golf Club (RTJ), which opened in 1991, was by no surprise founded and designed by golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. who considered the layout to be one of his finest designs.

“We are honoured and excited to bring the 2024 Solheim Cup to Robert Trent Jones Golf Club,” commented LPGA Tour Commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan.

“RTJ has a strong tradition of hosting world-class international competitions, and we can’t wait to add the Solheim Cup, one of the flagship events in women’s golf, to the list.

“Playing the Solheim Cup on this magnificent golf course near our nation’s capital will provide the perfect backdrop for these elite athletes to battle for the Cup. I have no doubt that the club and its members will serve as wonderful hosts, and that fans from around the world will enjoy an experience of a lifetime.”

With the players for both sides having either qualified or gaining a captains pick, the Europeans will once again be looking to retain the Cup after tying 14-14 with Team USA at Finca Cortesin last year. Both sides won five matches and tied two to earn six total points in the singles, as home favourite Carlota Ciganda closed out Nelly Korda on the 17th green to capture the deciding point for the European team.

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Signature Holes:

Hole 11: A par 4 with a dogleg left that requires precision both off the tee and on the approach to a well-guarded green.

Hole 14: A par 3 that plays over water, demanding accuracy to avoid the hazards.

Hole 18: A dramatic par 5 finishing hole that has water in play, offering risk-reward opportunities that could be crucial in match play.

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