🔗 Share this article England Golf Urgently Requests Public Backing for 2030 Solheim Cup Bid The most recent Solheim Cup held on European soil took place in Spain in 2023, with the next edition set for the Netherlands four years from now. Following Europe's recent Ryder Cup triumph, England Golf is urging the government to guarantee its bid to organize the Solheim Cup on English soil for the very first occasion. This renowned contest between the best female golfers from Europe and America has taken place on two occasions in Scotland as well as once in Wales yet never in England. An official proposal has been put together to stage it at The Grove within Hertfordshire in 2030. However planners are seeking £30m to finance the bid and at present just ten million pounds has been secured. England Golf is requesting Treasury support to underwrite the shortfall. Funding Needs and Deadline Discussions to secure Treasury backing began earlier this year but a decision on whether backing will be granted is required quickly. The rights for the 2030 tournament are owned by the International Management Group who want an answer by the end of this month. According to the proposal papers, England Golf maintains that securing the event "provides substantial returns for England". Executive Viewpoint "We maintain presently it's appropriate that this prestigious event should come on English soil," stated the head of the golf association. He continued: "We have produced so many players through the years and maintain this tradition, such as top English players, national team members, or Lottie Woad." Economic Benefits and Effects Regarding the advantages for public funds, the chief executive clarified: "Recent events show the significant influence that premier competitions can have regarding economic development." He continued: "That's certainly what we anticipate may transpire through hosting this event, from the investment that would happen during and surrounding the event or the new positions." Boost to regional economy Work opportunities Visitor attraction Increased golf engagement Gender Equality Aspect "Women in sport is exactly bang on we need to be at present, ensuring that we make sport fair platform for all athletes," he highlighted. "Recent examples show how the Ryder Cup helps golf. Evidence demonstrates how the Ryder Cup does for the men's game." Location Information The proposed location can be found close to London and is well placed to attract spectators from Greater London. The location has previously hosted premier competitions and offers lodging amenities appropriate for the standards for hosting an event such as the Solheim Cup. Funding Breakdown To stage the men's equivalent on European soil would cost more than £400m but for the Solheim Cup the requirement is about thirty million pounds. "We require circa £20m in public funding to underwrite it," the executive confirmed. "This amount in addition to current financial commitments from The Grove and England Golf as well as further investors we intend to contribute." Time Sensitivity The executive declined to confirm that talks are at a standstill, but admitted: "There is definitely a quandary currently with regards to whether or not the Treasury can finance such tournaments." "The government has proven, including from a world athletics perspective, whether it be female competitions, that they are ready to put their hands in their pocket for specific tournaments." "I think if we could get supportive decision in the coming weeks, we would be able to win the hosting rights to be staged in England." He finished: "I don't have the money currently; our proposal doesn't move forward. This could alter tomorrow with support, but it really is time-sensitive." Official Position Previous policy statements during the campaign promised dedication to staging international events and looking for fresh possibilities to encourage the next generation of players while encouraging sports participation. When approached for response, a spokesman from the government said: "The United Kingdom has a world-leading reputation for hosting premier tournaments and we aim that to continue." "Hosting tournaments on home soil inspires people, increases engagement and enhances regional development." "There exists a robust calendar of competitions in the near future, from the Women's T20 World Cup in 2026 including supporting a bid to host the Fifa Women's World Cup in 2035." "Support for hosting attempts will be based on a range of criteria including how far they help create social and economic benefits to the nation."