(CNN) -- This weekend some of the world's highest-paid sportswomen will battle for supremacy in Ireland, with the most prestigious team prize in their sport up for grabs. Golf's Solheim Cup is the female equivalent of the Ryder Cup, but it has yet to garner such a big reputation, despite a rich history and intense competition over the years. With this in mind, CNN gives the lowdown on a great sporting event that deserves your attention... From humble beginnings: To trace the origins of the competition, we need to go back to 1959 and a garage in Redwood City, California.
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The Solheim Cup takes place this weekend between Europe and United States
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It is the 12th edition of the biennial tournament with the U.S. leading 8-3
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England's Laura Davies is the only player to compete in every Solheim Cup
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American Juli Inkster, 51, is the oldest Solheim Cup competitor
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