'I want to lead by example' - historic honour for Scottish golfer

The Dunblane woman will fill the role in a playing capacity when the 2026 edition is held at Carden Park in Cheshire on 3-5 September.

“To represent your Association in a playing capacity is a huge honour, but to do so whilst leading your side is even bigger,” said MacRae. “I’ve been fortunate enough to play in each of the first three editions of this event, and my focus will be on bringing that experience to help the team succeed in September.”

The biennial event features professionals from Australia, Canada, Great Britain & Ireland, South Africa, Sweden and the United States. The US are the holders after claiming victory last time out at Sunriver Resort in Oregon.

Teams play 18 holes per day across three rounds. Each day, the three lowest scores from a team’s five players contribute to their total, with the lowest 54-hole aggregate determining the champions.

Two spots in the GB&I team will be determined through performances in the 2025 and 2026 Women’s PGA Professional Championship, with two more through the 2025 and 2026 WPGA Series. The final spot will be filled by MacRae, who is the first playing captain to be appointed by GB&I.

‘It promises to be a truly special occasion’

“The pool of players within the WPGA is fantastic – they’re all talented golfers – and I’m confident that whoever makes the team will have what it takes to come out on top,” added the former British Ladies’ Stroke-Play champion. “I just want to lead by example and make sure every player enjoys each moment in what promises to be a truly special occasion.”

The 2026 event will be played at the home club of PGA captain-elect David Llewellyn, who officially takes up his captaincy when succeeding David Scott in March.