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Suzann Pettersen names Laura Davies, Anna Nordqvist and Caroline Martens as three vice captains for 2023 Solheim

The European Solheim Cup team will have plenty of experience leading it.

European Solheim Cup captain Suzann Pettersen has named her three vice captains. The event’s next staging will be played September 2023 at Finca Cortesín in Casares, Spain.

Dame Laura Davies will once again serve as a vice captain along with Anna Nordqvist and Caroline Martens. Davies, who made 12 appearances in the Solheim as a competitor, served as vice captain under Catriona Matthew in two victorious showings in 2019 and 2021.

Nordqvist, a three-time major winner, has competed in the last seven editions, securing 15.5 points during that span. She has been on four winning teams and could potentially be a playing vice captain in Spain.

The Solheim Cup 2021
Matilda Castren of Team Europe and Anna Nordqvist of Team Europe at the Solheim Cup at the Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)

Martens, a close friend of Pettersen’s, competed on the LET for eight seasons.

Pettersen calls being named Solheim Cup captain the greatest honor of her career.

“I’m excited for what Caroline, Anna and Laura can bring to Team Europe as we look to defend the Cup on Spanish soil in the Costa del Sol,” said Pettersen in a release. “With all three of them by my side, I couldn’t ask for anything better, and I’m certain that they will be great for our team.”

U.S. captain Stacy Lewis has so far named Natalie Gulbis and Morgan Pressel as two of her assistants. Team USA hasn’t won the Cup since 2017.

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Natalie Gulbis named assistant captain for U.S. team at 2023 Solheim Cup

Stacy Lewis named Natalie Gulbis an assistant captain for the 2023 squad.

Stacy Lewis, who will be the captain of the U.S. squad at the 2023 Solheim Cup, named Natalie Gulbis an assistant captain for the team.

Gulbis, 39, played on three winning Solheim Cup teams (2005, 2007, 2009) and posted a 5-4-1 mark. She went 2-0-1 her singles matches. Gulbis joined the LPGA in 2002 and has one victory, the 2007 Evian Masters.

“There’s nothing more inspiring than wearing the Red, White and Blue and representing the United States. Playing on my three Solheim Cup teams is among the highlights of my career, and I was so excited when Stacy asked me to work with her for the 2023 squad,” said Gulbis in a statement released by the LPGA.

Morgan Pressel will also be an assistant for the Solheim Cup, which will be held in Spain at Finca Cortesin, September 22-24, 2023.

“When I accepted this captaincy, I knew that I wanted the team around me to love this event as much as I do. Natalie completely fits that role,” said Lewis in a statement released by the LPGA. “She’s been a great friend since my rookie year, and I knew that she would be perfect as one of my assistant captains. Natalie has been a fantastic resource for me throughout my career, both personally and professionally, and I know her positive spirit will be an awesome influence in the team room.”

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U.S. captain Stacy Lewis selects Morgan Pressel as assistant captain for 2023 Solheim Cup

Morgan Pressel is a six-time Solheim Cup team member and a major champion.

Stacy Lewis has selected Morgan Pressel as an assistant captain for the 2023 U.S. Solheim Cup team. Pressel, a six-time member of Team USA and major winner, will try to help the Americans win back the cup next September at Finca Cortesin in Spain.

“When I started thinking about assistant captains, I knew that I wanted people with a true love for the Solheim Cup,” said Lewis. “Morgan was immediately at the top of my list. Her passion for the Solheim Cup and her competitive energy will be great assets to Team USA. I’ve known her for years as a competitor and friend, and I’m happy to have her with me as we spend the next year building a great team.”

Pressel, 33, was part of winning Solheim Cup teams in 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2019. She secured the winning point in 2009 with a 3-and-2 victory over Anna Nordqvist. Pressel’s overall Solheim record is 11–8–3.

Pressel became the youngest major winner in history at age 18 when she won the 2007 Chevron Championship. She also won the 2008 Kapalua LPGA Classic and has 66 career top-10 finishes. She recently put away her clubs for most of the season as she embarked on a career in television, covering the LPGA for Golf Channel.

“The Solheim Cup is the greatest exhibition in our sport, bringing unrivaled passion and energy, and it has always been one of my favorite events,” said Pressel. “I am honored and excited for the opportunity to support Stacy in her journey as captain of Team USA! We have been on many teams together, and now to help her and Team USA in Spain as an assistant captain will be a tremendous highlight in my career.”

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