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In the wake of the latest Ryder Cup triumph, England Golf is pressing the government to support its bid to stage the premier women's golf event in the country for the very first occasion.

This prestigious competition between the best women players of Europe and America has taken place twice in Scotland as well as once in Wales yet never in England. An official proposal has been put together to organize it at the Grove venue in Hertfordshire in 2030.

However organizers are seeking £30m to back the bid and at present only £10m has been secured. England Golf is pressing for government funding to cover the remaining amount.

Financial Needs and Deadline

Talks to obtain public funding commenced earlier this year however a resolution regarding if support will be provided is urgently needed. The rights for the 2030 tournament belong to IMG who demand a decision within the current month.

Per the official documentation, England Golf believes that securing the event "represents huge value for the country".

Executive Viewpoint

"We maintain at this moment it's fitting that this prestigious event should take place in England," commented England Golf's chief executive.

He continued: "We have produced numerous competitors through the years and continue to do so, including top English players, Georgia Hall, or rising stars."

Financial Benefits and Effects

Concerning the advantages to public finance, the chief executive noted: "We've just seen the kind of impact that huge golf events can have concerning economic development."

He elaborated: "That's certainly what we anticipate may transpire from a Solheim Cup perspective, from the spend that would occur in and around the competition including job creation."

• Local economic stimulation
• Job creation
• Tourism increase
• More players taking up the sport

Gender Equality Aspect

"Women's sports is just exactly where we should be focusing currently, making sure that sports become equal opportunity for all athletes," he highlighted.

"Recent examples show the impact of the Ryder Cup helps golf. We have observed what the Ryder Cup impacts the men's game."

Location Details

This prestigious venue is situated near Watford and is well placed to draw fans from the London catchment area.

The location has staged a World Golf Championships tournament and boasts lodging amenities commensurate with the needs to stage a tournament like the Solheim Cup.

Funding Breakdown

To host a Ryder Cup on European soil would cost more than £400m but for the Solheim Cup the requirement is about thirty million pounds.

"We are seeking circa £20m through Treasury support to guarantee it," the representative declared.

"And that's to add to existing substantial funding from The Grove and England Golf and potentially other partners we intend to put money in."

Time Sensitivity

The executive refused to say that negotiations have reached an impasse, but admitted: "There is definitely a challenge currently concerning if the Treasury can fund events like this."

"The government has proven, from from a world athletics perspective, or women's sports events, that they are willing to provide funding for specific tournaments."

"In my opinion should we receive favorable response soon, we could to win the hosting rights to be staged in England."

He finished: "We currently lack the financial backing at present; our proposal stalls. It could change tomorrow if I got approval, but it really is on a tight time frame."

Official Position

Previous policy statements prior to the recent election stated commitment to delivering international events while pursuing additional chances to inspire young people of talent while promoting sports participation.

After requests for a statement, a spokesman from the relevant ministry stated: "The United Kingdom maintains international standing for hosting major sporting events and we aim to preserve this status."

"Hosting tournaments within the country inspires people, promotes involvement and strengthens community prosperity."

"We have an impressive schedule of events in the near future, such as women's sports two years from now up to assisting efforts to host the football world cup in 2035."

"Backing for future bids will depend on a range of criteria particularly how effectively they help create social and economic benefits for the UK."