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In the wake of Europe's recent Ryder Cup victory, the national golf association is pressing UK authorities to guarantee their proposal to organize the Solheim Cup on English soil for the first time.

This elite competition pitting the top women players of Europe and the United States has taken place twice in Scotland and in Wales yet never on English territory. A bid has been put together to stage it at the Grove venue in Hertfordshire in 2030.

Yet planners need £30m to back this proposal and at present just ten million pounds is in place. England Golf is requesting public backing to underwrite the funding gap.

Financial Needs and Deadline

Discussions to secure Treasury backing commenced in early spring however a resolution on whether backing will be granted is required quickly. The hosting rights for the 2030 tournament are owned by the International Management Group who require a decision by the end of this month.

According to the proposal papers, England Golf asserts that securing the event "represents huge value for the country".

Executive Viewpoint

"We maintain presently it's appropriate that the Solheim Cup should be hosted on English soil," declared England Golf's chief executive.

He added: "We've provided so many players through the years and still do today, whether it's top English players, national team members, or Lottie Woad."

Financial Advantages and Effects

When asked the returns to the taxpayer, the executive explained: "We've just seen the type of effect that major tournaments can create concerning economic development."

He elaborated: "That's certainly what we expect can happen with the Solheim Cup, from the spend that would occur during and surrounding the tournament or whether it be new positions."

• Economic benefits for communities
• Work opportunities
• Enhanced tourism
• More players taking up the sport

Women in Sports Aspect

"Women's sports is precisely bang on our priorities lie right now, making sure that we make sport equal environment for men and women," he emphasized.

"Recent examples show how the Ryder Cup benefits golf. We have observed the effect of the Ryder Cup does for the men's game."

Location Details

This prestigious venue can be found in Hertfordshire and is well placed to attract spectators from the London catchment area.

The location has previously hosted major golf events and offers hotel facilities suitable for the needs to stage a tournament like this magnitude.

Funding Details

To stage the men's equivalent on European soil would cost significant investment however for the Solheim Cup the cost is approximately £30m.

"We are seeking circa £20m in public funding to guarantee it," the spokesperson declared.

"And that's in addition to already a significant investment from The Grove and ourselves and potentially other partners we intend to put money in."

Time Sensitivity

The executive refused to say that talks have stalled, but confirmed: "Undoubtedly there is a challenge presently concerning whether public authorities can fund events like this."

"The government has proven, whether it be international sports, including from the women's rugby perspective, that they are ready to provide funding for selected competitions."

"In my opinion if we obtain supportive decision soon, we could to secure the Solheim Cup to come to England."

He finished: "I don't have the financial backing right now; the bid doesn't move forward. This could alter tomorrow if I got support, however the timeline is time-sensitive."

Government Stance

Previous policy statements prior to the recent election declared support to organizing international events while pursuing new opportunities to encourage the next generation of players and supporting exercise and healthy living.

After requests for a statement, a representative for the Department of Media, Culture and Sport said: "Britain has a world-leading reputation in organizing major sporting events and we aim that to continue."

"Hosting tournaments on home soil motivates communities, encourages participation and boosts community prosperity."

"We have an impressive schedule of events soon, such as women's sports two years from now up to assisting efforts to host major tournaments in the future."

"Support for upcoming proposals will be based on multiple factors including how far they help create social and economic benefits for Britain."