Celine Boutier and Leona Maguire from Duke's women's golf team have secured spots on the 2026 European Solheim Cup squad, marking the 10th consecutive time the university is represented. Boutier, an automatic qualifier, is set for her fifth appearance, while Maguire was selected as a wild-card pick by captain Anna Nordqvist, marking her fourth successive participation. The Solheim Cup will occur from September 11-13 at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands, showcasing the elite of women's golf from Europe and the U.S. Both athletes boast impressive records with Boutier at 7-6-1 and Maguire at 8-3-1. Their inclusion highlights Duke's continued dominance in collegiate women's golf on the international stage.

By the Numbers
  • Boutier: 5th consecutive Solheim Cup appearance.
  • Maguire: 4th straight Solheim Cup participation.
State of Play
  • The Solheim Cup is celebrated as the premier international women's golf team event.
  • The U.S. leads the all-time competition 11-7-1 against Europe.
What's Next

The full U.S. team will be revealed after the CPKC Women's Open, scheduled for August 20-23. Anticipation grows as both teams prepare for intense competition at Bernardus Golf.

Bottom Line

Boutier and Maguire’s selections reinforce Duke's influence in women's golf, demonstrating both personal achievements and the broader significance of representing Europe in this high-stakes international event.