Leona Maguire Becomes First Irish Solheim Cup Representative

She's been one of Catriona Matthew's captain's picks.

Leona Maguire will become the first Irish player to represent the European team in the Solheim Cup.

The Cavan golfer has been named as one of Catriona Matthew’s captains picks for this year’s contest against the USA.

Maguire - who claimed a top-20 finish at the Women's Open yesterday - has broken into the world's top 50 after impressive season on the LPGA Tour.

The 26-year-old will be one of four rookies in the European team to face the US in Ohio, from the 4th of September to the 6th.

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