Matthew replaces Pettersen for Europe at Solheim
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Suzann Pettersen was hoping to move past the furor she fueled at the 2015 Solheim Cup by helping return the trophy to Europe.
The 36-year-old Norwegian star’s balky back won’t let her get that opportunity.
Pettersen announced on Wednesday that she was pulling out of the biennial event between the United States and Europe because of a slipped disk.
Catriona Matthew, the 47-year-old Scot who was set to serve as a vice captain for Annika Sorenstam, took Pettersen’s place in the event that begins today at Des Moines Golf and Country Club in Iowa.
Pettersen angered the Americans in Germany two years ago by insisting that Alison Lee be penalized for picking up her ball when she thought her short second putt had been conceded.
The US went on to stage the biggest comeback in Cup history.
“I think you learn from the past, to say it that way, and (I’m) very disappointed not to play obviously,” said Pettersen, who added that she wasn’t concerned about the reaction from American galleries. “I think what happened two years ago was a very unfortunate situation for all of us and for the game of golf. And hopefully, this year around everyone can play as good as we can and showcase the best women’s golf.”
Pettersen, who has a victory and 12 top-20 finishes on the LPGA Tour this season, qualified to make her ninth Solheim appearance through the world ranking.
She decided to go for a run on Saturday in Norway so she wouldn’t tighten up during a wedding that evening. During the jog, Pettersen tweaked the disk — an issue she’s dealt with in the past — and missed the wedding.
Pettersen received treatment after arriving in Iowa on Monday. Pettersen made the call to withdraw on Wednesday because the pain left her concerned she’d be at less than full strength.
Pettersen will move into the vice captain’s role vacated by Matthew, who is set to play in her ninth Solheim Cup.
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