Catriona Matthew Reappointed as Curtis Cup Captain

Catriona Matthew, who led Great Britain and Ireland (GB&I) to a historic Curtis Cup victory in September, has been reappointed as Captain for the 2026 match against the United States at Bel-Air Country Club in Los Angeles. Under her leadership, GB&I achieved its first win in eight years with a narrow 10½-9½ triumph at Sunningdale, a victory set to be featured in the R&A documentary 'Rising: Inside the Curtis Cup'. Matthew aims to secure a fourth team triumph during the 44th Curtis Cup scheduled for June 12-14, 2026, and expressed her excitement for the challenge of competing away from home. The two-time Solheim Cup-winning captain emphasized the honor of leading a talented side and the importance of building a motivated team for the upcoming event. With a decorated career including a major title and multiple Solheim Cup victories, Matthew is poised to inspire her team once again. 'It’s always harder to win away from home and I’m excited for the opportunity,' she stated.