ST. LEON-ROT, Germany – Suzann Pettersen galvanized Team USA in a way face paint and hair ribbons never could. The hard-nosed Norwegian punched Alison Lee in the gut, metaphorically of course, in early-morning four-balls with a shocking display of poor sportsmanship. The incident lit a fire under Juli Inkster’s charges, and they proceeded to scorch St. Leon-Rot Golf Club, winning 8.5 points in singles play.
It was the biggest come-from-behind victory in Solheim Cup history, with Team USA overcoming a 4-point deficit to triumph 14.5 to 13.5. The unforgettable finish gave the cup to the Americans for the first time since 2009.