Green Wins First Match for U.S. at Curtis Cup

U.S. Team Takes Early Lead at Curtis Cup

Green's Victory Sets the Tone

The United States team got off to a strong start at the Curtis Cup on Thursday, with Latanna Green securing the first point for the home side at Merion Golf Club in Ardmore, Pennsylvania.

Green, a 20-year-old from Texas, defeated Ireland's Olivia Mehaffey 3&2 in the opening match of the biennial competition between the United States and Great Britain & Ireland.

Green's victory was a boost for the U.S. team, which is looking to regain the Curtis Cup after losing to Great Britain & Ireland in 2016.

• Green is a rising star in the golf world, having won the NCAA individual championship in 2019.
• She is also a member of the U.S. Solheim Cup team.
• Green's victory sets the tone for the U.S. team, which is aiming to win back the Curtis Cup.

Other Matches

In other matches on Thursday, Rachel Heck defeated Annabel Dimmock 3&2, and Rose Zhang defeated Louise Duncan 5&4.

The U.S. team leads 3-1 after the first day of competition.

Conclusion

The U.S. team has taken an early lead in the Curtis Cup, thanks in part to Green's victory in the opening match. The Americans will be looking to extend their lead on Friday when the second day of competition gets underway.