NEW YORK: Europe edged into a three-point lead over the United States at the Solheim Cup on Saturday as a controversial ruling helped world number one Nelly Korda and Ally Ewing grab a crucial victory.
Europe, chasing only their second ever victory on US soil in the biennial team tournament, got off to a flying start at Toledo’s Inverness Club in Ohio, winning three of the four opening foursomes.
That handed Europe captain Catriona Matthew’s team a commanding 3 1/2 point to 1/2 point lead before the afternoon fourballs were squared at two wins apiece.
It means Europe will take a 5 1/2 to 2 1/2 lead into Sunday’s second day of foursomes and fourballs.
The Americans’ two…
