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Solheim Cup 2011: Azahara Muñoz is the hero
2011-09-26Europe regained the Solheim Cup for the first time since 2003 after a dramatic 15-13 final day victory over the United States at Killeen Castle, Ireland, on Sunday.
The outcome hinged on the last three matches and they all swung in Europe's favor. TRYMAX team member Azahara Munoz clinched the vital point in the final match with a one hole win over Angela Stanford.
Suzann Pettersen had started the final half hour of drama when she fought back from one down with three to play to beat Michelle Wie by one hole. The world number two birdied the final three holes, holing from eight feet at the last.
It was a first ever singles win for Pettersen and only a fourth Solheim Cup victory for Europe in 12 contests.
"My team played with such heart and passion. The rookies were fantastic and the experienced players have done so well. They are all champions," Europe captain Alison Nicholas told reporters.
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Maria Butyrskaya
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