Solheim Cup Opens Amid Transportation Woes

The Solheim Cup commenced at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, but transportation issues led to half-empty grandstands as many fans were stranded in long bus lines at Jiffy Lube Live, a nearby venue. Reports indicated that thousands of spectators faced significant delays, with some waiting over an hour for shuttles that failed to adequately service the event. Despite the anticipated large turnout, the atmosphere was subdued, with empty seats around the first tee, which typically attracts enthusiastic crowds. LPGA officials acknowledged the issues and promised improvements but had no immediate comment on the matter. As the competition began, Esther Henseleit struck the opening tee shot for Europe, with Allisen Corpuz following for the U.S. Europe is aiming for a record fourth consecutive Solheim Cup victory, but the day’s logistical challenges overshadowed the excitement of the matches.