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In the wake of Europe's recent Ryder Cup triumph, England Golf is calling on UK authorities to support their proposal to stage the premier women's golf event in the country for the first time.

This prestigious competition between the top women players of Europe and America has taken place twice in Scotland as well as once in Wales but never in England. An official proposal has been prepared to stage it at The Grove within Hertfordshire in 2030.

Yet coordinators need thirty million pounds to finance the bid and currently just ten million pounds has been secured. The organizing body is requesting government funding to cover the remaining amount.

Funding Needs and Deadline

Talks to secure Treasury backing commenced earlier this year however a resolution on whether support will be provided is urgently needed. The rights for the 2030 match belong to IMG who demand an answer before month's end.

According to the proposal papers, England Golf asserts that winning the hosting rights "represents significant benefits for the country".

Executive Perspective

"We believe at this moment it's fitting that this prestigious event should come in England," commented the CEO of England Golf.

He further stated: "England has developed so many players through the years and still do today, such as top English players, national team members, or rising stars."

Economic Advantages and Impact

Concerning the advantages to public finance, the chief executive explained: "The Ryder Cup demonstrated the kind of impact that major tournaments can have concerning not just local economies."

He expanded: "Undoubtedly what we expect will occur with the Solheim Cup, whether it's the spend that would occur during and surrounding the competition or whether it be new positions."

• Economic benefits for communities
• Work opportunities
• Visitor attraction
• More players taking up the sport

Women in Sports Aspect

"Women's sports is exactly right where our priorities lie at present, guaranteeing that we make sport equal platform for men and women," he stressed.

"We've seen how the Ryder Cup helps golf. Evidence demonstrates what the Ryder Cup impacts the men's game."

Location Information

The proposed location is situated in Hertfordshire and is ideally positioned to draw fans from the London catchment area.

This facility has previously hosted a World Golf Championships tournament and features lodging amenities appropriate for the needs for hosting a tournament like this magnitude.

Funding Breakdown

To host a Ryder Cup in Europe needs significant investment however for the women's event the requirement is about £30m.

"We are seeking approximately twenty million pounds in public funding to support the bid," the spokesperson declared.

"And that's to add to existing substantial funding from The Grove and ourselves as well as additional sponsors that we'd look to invest."

Time Sensitivity

The representative would not state that negotiations have stalled, but acknowledged: "Certainly there exists a quandary presently concerning whether public authorities can finance such tournaments."

"They have shown, whether it be international sports, including from the women's rugby perspective, that they are prepared to put their hands in their pocket for specific tournaments."

"I believe if we obtain favorable response soon, we would be able to obtain the tournament to be staged in England."

He summarized: "We currently lack the money currently; the bid doesn't move forward. The situation could transform tomorrow with approval, yet the deadline remains time-sensitive."

Official Position

The government's manifesto before the last election declared support to staging international events and looking for new opportunities to encourage the next generation of talent and supporting sports participation.

After requests for response, a spokesman from the relevant ministry stated: "The United Kingdom enjoys global recognition in organizing major sporting events and we want to preserve this status."

"Hosting tournaments within the country motivates communities, promotes involvement and boosts community prosperity."

"We have a strong pipeline of tournaments soon, such as women's sports two years from now through to backing proposals to host the Fifa Women's World Cup in the future."

"Funding for hosting attempts will depend on various elements including how far they help create social and economic benefits for the UK."