🔗 Share this article England Golf Calls for Public Funding for 2030 Women's Golf Showcase Hosting Proposal The most recent European vs US women's golf contest taking place in Europe was in Spain last year, while the upcoming tournament scheduled for the Netherlands in 2026. After the latest Ryder Cup triumph, England Golf is urging UK authorities to underwrite their proposal to host the premier women's golf event in the country for the first time. This elite contest between the best women players from Europe and America has been held on two occasions in Scotland and in Wales yet never in England. A bid has been put together to stage it at the Grove venue in Hertfordshire in 2030. However planners are seeking thirty million pounds to support the bid and currently just ten million pounds is in place. England Golf is urgently seeking government funding to underwrite the shortfall. Financial Requirements and Timeline Discussions to secure Treasury backing began in early spring but a decision regarding if support will be provided is urgently needed. The hosting rights for the 2030 tournament are owned by IMG who require an answer before month's end. As stated in the bid document, England Golf believes that securing the event "represents substantial returns for the country". Leadership Viewpoint "We are convinced presently it's appropriate that the Solheim Cup should take place on English soil," declared the head of the golf association. He further stated: "We've provided so many players historically and continue to do so, such as top English players, national team members, or rising stars." Financial Advantages and Impact Concerning the advantages to public finance, the chief executive clarified: "The Ryder Cup demonstrated the significant influence that premier competitions can create regarding economic development." He expanded: "Undoubtedly what we expect will occur with the Solheim Cup, from the expenditure that would be generated in and around the competition or the new positions." Economic benefits for communities Job creation Enhanced tourism More players taking up the sport Gender Equality Aspect "Women's sports is precisely exactly where our priorities lie currently, ensuring that athletics provides the most equitable environment for men and women," he highlighted. "We have witnessed the impact of the Ryder Cup benefits golf. We have observed the effect of the Ryder Cup does for men's golf." Location Details This prestigious venue is located close to London and is perfectly located to draw fans from the London catchment area. The location has staged major golf events and offers accommodation options commensurate with the standards to stage a competition of the Solheim Cup. Funding Details To host the men's equivalent on European soil requires over four hundred million pounds while for the women's event it is around thirty million pounds. "We are seeking circa £20m through Treasury support to underwrite it," the spokesperson declared. "This amount supplementing existing substantial funding from both venue and ourselves as well as further investors we intend to invest." Time Sensitivity The executive would not state that discussions have stalled, but acknowledged: "Undoubtedly there is a challenge presently regarding whether the government can finance premier competitions." "They have shown, including from a world athletics perspective, whether it be female competitions, that they are willing to invest public money for certain events." "I believe if we obtain a positive answer soon, it would enable us to secure the Solheim Cup to be staged in England." He concluded: "There is no the financial backing at present; the hosting attempt doesn't move forward. This could alter tomorrow with approval, but it really is urgent." Official Stance Previous policy statements prior to the recent election stated commitment to delivering premier competitions and seeking fresh possibilities to encourage young people of competitors and supporting exercise and healthy living. Following inquiries for response, a spokesman from the government stated: "The United Kingdom enjoys global recognition in organizing major sporting events and we want to preserve this status." "Staging events on home soil motivates communities, promotes involvement and boosts regional development." "We have an impressive schedule of tournaments in the near future, such as women's sports in 2026 up to backing proposals to stage the football world cup in the future." "Backing for hosting attempts will depend on various elements such as how well they help create public and economic returns for the UK."