Solheim Cup 2026: European vice captain corrects 'false story' regarding Charley Hull's tee-time tardiness
European Solheim Cup vice captain Mel Reid has publicly corrected rumors that golfer Charley Hull was late to a practice tee time due to drinking. Reid clarified that the delay was a simple misunderstanding regarding the schedule and emphasized that Hull is a dedicated professional.
Why it matters
The incident highlights how quickly misinformation can spread on social media and the role of team leadership in managing public perception of athletes.
CROMVOIRT, Netherlands – The Solheim Cup doesn't start for three more days and already there has been a, well, misunderstanding involving one of Europe's top players.
Shortly before 1 p.m. local time at Bernardus Golf, site of this week's matches, Sky Sports posted a video clip of Charley Hull teeing off the first tee by herself. The commentators in the video explained that Hull was late for her practice starting time and her teammates had already teed off. As Hull hit and walked off the tee box with vice captain Mel Reid, Hull turned around and began talking to a group of people who were off camera, during which Hull could be heard saying, "We had drinks last night."
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