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Forbes
2 days ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Lottie Woad Wins Scottish Open In Professional Debut
As her wedge shot into the eighteenth hole at Dundonald Links danced around the pin leading to a finishing birdie at the Scottish Open, Lottie Woad announced to the professional golf world that she has arrived. A final round 68 capped off a three-shot victory over a loaded field at the ISPS Handa Women's Scottish Open. TROON, SCOTLAND - JULY 27: Lottie Woad of England plays her third shot on the 18th hole during the ... More final round of the ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open 2025 at Dundonald Links Golf Course on July 27, 2025 in Troon, Scotland. (Photo by) Woad, the 21-year-old Englishwoman and former world number one ranked amateur's victory shouldn't come as a surprise to those who have been paying attention. In early July, she won the Irish Open as an amateur and backed up that performance with a T3 finish in the Evian Masters, a major on the LPGA Tour. On a windy day at Dundonald Links in Irvine, Scotland, Woad looked unfazed as Hyo Joo Kim made an early move on the front nine with four early birdies in the first seven holes. Woad herself had a clean card on the front nine with a bogey-free 34 as she displayed a very disciplined game, often seen in more seasoned players. After Kim's hot start, she also made birdies on the 11th and 12th holes and briefly shared the lead before Woad birdied the 13th and 14th holes to regain control of the championship. Walking up the eighteenth hole, Woad laid up into the par-5 finisher before sticking a 3/4 wedge to 2 feet to seal the tournament. 'You know, everyone was chasing me today, and managed to maintain the lead and played really nicely down the stretch and hit a lot of good shots, which is nice,' Woad told the press. For her victory, the 21-year old made $300,000 and possibly more importantly, she earned status on the Ladies European Tour for the rest of this season (she also has LPGA status) which will allow her to accumulate points for next season's Solheim Cup. TROON, SCOTLAND - JULY 27: Lottie Woad of England poses with the trophy following victory of the ... More ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open following the final round of the ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open 2025 at Dundonald Links Golf Course on July 27, 2025 in Troon, Scotland. (Photo by) Young Players Finding Success In Professional Debuts Woad became the second player in the last three years to win her pro debut. In 2023, Rose Zhang, the american stand out from Stanford, won her pro debut at the Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National. World number one Nelly Korda, who played with Woad the first three rounds, got off to a great start making four-straight birdies on the front nine, before a bulky putter derailed her chances with a final round 71, finishing eight shots behind Woad. Woad hopped on the world stage last year as she birdied three of the final four holes to win the Augusta National Women's Amateur title. She commented that she felt more pressure there than in her professional debut in Scotland. "I think Augusta, that was the biggest tournament I played in at the time and was kind of my big win," Woad said. "So definitely felt the pressure of it more there, and I felt like all those experiences helped me with this." Women's professional golf heads to Wales next week to Royal Porthcrawl for the final major of the season, the AIG Women's Open. Lottie Woad will look to continue her stellar play as she will undoubtedly be one of the favorites to win.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Davidson makes magic moments but Woad stays in control
Australia's Karis Davidson shot a stunning 66, including eight birdies in 10 mid-round holes, to briefly surge into contention at the Women's Scottish Open before falling back in the closing stages. The Gold Coast 27-year-old carded a third round that was one shot better than leader Lottie Woad but still found herself 10 shots adrift, in a tie for ninth place. She is joined by compatriot Cassie Porter, who shot a 69 that also left her seven under on the leaderboard at Troon on Saturday. Woad had four birdies in a six-hole stretch around the turn and posted a 5-under 67 to maintain her two-shot lead as she closes in on victory in her professional debut. Woad has such control of her game at Dundonald Links that she went 33 consecutive holes without a bogey until dropping a shot on the 15th. Her lead was down to one shot, but the 21-year-old from England responded with a short wedge she played perfectly on the 17th, leaving her an 8-foot birdie putt she converted. A closing par put her at 17-under 199. Nanna Koerstz Madsen, who caught Woad early with an eagle on the par-5 third hole, fell behind after Woad's birdie streak. But the Dane rallied with three straight birdies and a couple of par saves for a 67. She was two shots behind, along with Sei Young Kim (66), who made a long eagle putt on the 14th and got up-and-down for birdie on the par-5 closing hole to get within two shots. Nelly Korda played bogey-free, but the American managed only two birdies on another relatively calm day by Scottish standards. Her 70 left her five shots behind Woad, who already has had a golden summer in Europe. Woad, who won the Augusta National Women's Amateur in 2024 and rose to No.1 in the women's amateur ranking that year, won the Irish Women's Open three weeks ago on the Ladies European Tour. Then she missed the play-off by one shot in the Evian Championship. But her tie for third in the LPGA major earned her a tour card, and she decided to skip her senior year at Florida State and turn pro. And now she has a chance to win in her debut. "That's the aim, to shoot as low as possible and keep giving myself chances," Woad said. "If someone shoots lights out, fair enough. I'm excited for the opportunity. I've got the experience and I'll try to use that." Another Australian, Minjee Lee, who was joint third after the first round, improved from Friday's travails with a 70 but is downfield in joint 27th on four over.
BBC News
20-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
The Open final day - can anyone deny Scheffler a fourth major title?
Update: Date: 13:16 BST Title: DeChambeau continues bounce back Content: DeChambeau -5 (7) It might end up being a weekend of 'what could've been' for Bryson DeChambeau. After a messy seven-over round of 78 on Thursday, he clawed back nine shots across Friday and Saturday and it's been more of the same today. Three birdies so far today for the two-time US Open champion, and he finds himself five under. Update: Date: 13:16 BST Title: Rose misses birdie chance at the first Content: Rose -5 (1) Justin Rose finished second behind Xander Schauffele at Troon last year and shot 66 in the final round at Augusta to force himself into a play-off with Rory McIlroy at the Masters in April. Like so many, he'll need a ridiculously low score to even have a miniscule hope of winning today. Rose has a chance for birdie on the first but his seven-footer swings wide of the hole. Update: Date: 13:16 BST Title: More American dominance? Content: Since Spain's Jon Rahm won the Masters in 2023, nine of the 10 men's majors have been won by American golfers. The one exception was Rory McIlroy's memorable victory at Augusta National in April. Three of the past four Open winners have been American - Collin Morikawa (2021), Brian Harman (2023) and Xander Schauffele (2024). Australia's Cameron Smith won at St Andrews in 2022. Update: Date: 13:15 BST Title: Listen live Content: BBC Radio 5 Live As well as our text updates, you can follow all of the action from the final round of The Open on BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC Sounds. Click on the link at the top of this page to hear coverage from Royal Portrush. We'll also have video highlights of some of the key moments as the day progresses. Update: Date: 13:13 BST Title: Hear the Ror! Content: I've seen a lot of Open Championships, but there's hardly ever been a noise that could compare to the roars the home fans gave their hero Rory McIlroy yesterday. Watch, and listen, to his spellbinding round from yesterday. This video can not be played 'Listen to that roar' - McIlroy wows the crowd with a round of 66 Update: Date: 13:11 BST Title: Post Content: Lowry -2 (66) Matt GaultBBC Sport NI senior journalist at Royal Portrush It hasn't been the week Shane Lowry wanted, but he almost gave us another moment to remember on 18, clattering the pin with his chip from off the left of the green. Lowry got caught in the worst of the weather earlier in the week, fell foul of the rules and suffered from a tummy bug during an eventful return to Portrush. But he seemed to really enjoy the last day of his Open Championship. A closing 66, saving his best for last. Update: Date: 13:10 BST Title: Lowry thrills early on Sunday Content: Lowry -2 (66) Shane Lowry said after his third round on Saturday that he was struggling with illness, but he's been back on top form today. Those who made it onto the course early were rewarded with a superb round of 66 by the man who won when The Open was last played at Royal Portrush in 2019. Lowry bogeyed the par-five second but then made six birdies in the space of 10 holes - including holing out from 180 yards on the fourth. The smile was back on his face after a tough couple of days. As you'd expect, he got a massive reception walking down the 18th and the Irishman soaked up every moment - before nearly chipping in for a closing birdie. Update: Date: 13:09 BST Title: Mickelson makes amends Content: Mickelson +1 (67) One of the players already in the clubhouse is former Masters champion Phil Mickelson. After struggling to a five-over 76 yesterday, he bounced back with blemish-free four-under 67 today. He finishes his Open Championship one over. Update: Date: 13:08 BST Title: Post Content: As we prepare for the leaders to enter the fray, we'll catch you up with the best action from yesterday along with how some big names who are currently out there or have already completed their rounds have got on today... Update: Date: 13:05 BST Title: Post Content: Andy GrayBBC Sport NI at Royal Portrush It's the final day, the sun is out and it's safe to say that spirits are high this morning. There's not a bean bag left in the spectator village and the fans are pouring in before they head out on the course to watch the leading pairs. The queue for the shop is as long as it has been all week, and shelves are starting to empty in the store. So get down quick if you fancy any merch. I saw a man carrying nine (yes, nine) caps. He must fancy one for every day of the week and a couple spare. Update: Date: 13:03 BST Title: Watch: Best of moving day Content: The sun came out - and so did the shot-making. Watch the best from day three of The Open. Spoiler - there's an ace in here.... This video can not be played Rose, McIlroy & Scheffler star in shots of the day Update: Date: 13:02 BST Title: Sunday's tee-times Content: All times BST 13:25 Wyndham Clark (US) -5, Brian Harman (US) -6 13:40 Rasmus Hojgaard (Den) -6, Robert MacIntyre (Sco) -6 13:50 Nicolai Hojgaard (Den) -6, Russell Henley (US) -6 14:00 Xander Schauffele (US) -7, Tyrrell Hatton (Eng) -8 14:10 Harris English (US) -8, Chris Gotterup (US) -8 14:20 Rory McIlroy (NI) -8, Matt Fitzpatrick (Eng) -9 14:30 Li Haotong (Chn) -10, Scottie Scheffler (US) -14 Update: Date: 13:00 BST Title: It's championship Sunday! Content: Welcome back golf fans! It's championship Sunday at Royal Portrush when we'll crown a new Champion Golfer of the Year on this incredible Northern Ireland links. The engraver has not quite started etching the name Scottie Scheffler on the famous Claret Jug, but he's got one hand on the trophy with a four-shot lead and the type of game that just does not crack under pressure. Golf's a funny old game though, and links golf in particular can dish out harsh lessons if any focus is lost - and there are top-class contenders lying in wait - perhaps more in hope than expectation but their job today is to apply the pressure. Matt Fitzpatrick and impressive Chinese star Li Haotong are leading the pursuit, with Rory McIlroy six shots adrift but hoping his home fans can produce more ear-splitting noise today and cheer him towards what would be a stunning comeback. So keep it right here as we see how all this plays out.
South Wales Guardian
18-07-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Guardian
Open golf has put Portrush on the map, say proud locals
Tens of thousands of people turned out for day two of the tournament, with some of the biggest crowds cheering for local hero Rory McIlroy as well as Dubliner Shane Lowry who scooped the Claret Jug the last time the Open came to Portrush in 2019. Almost 280,000 fans snapped up tickets for the Open, with many also enjoying the expansive beaches and hospitality despite the inclement weather. Broadcaster Alan Simpson said it is a phenomenon. 'It's the biggest sporting event ever in Ireland, and it's being held in the tiniest corner of the north west of Northern Ireland,' he said. 'It's putting Portrush on the map right across the world, I'm getting emails and messages from Canada, from China, Japan, all over the world, people saying, 'I didn't realise your beaches were so golden', they're not really talking about the golf, they're talking about the beaches and the view. 'You couldn't pay for this publicity, you just couldn't. 'The other good thing is you see the golfers socialising in Portrush, they come in, I chatted to Ricky Fowler and Patrick Cantlay the other evening just sitting having a meal. No one hassles them, it's that very Northern Ireland thing is welcoming. 'Portrush has now become a 12 months of the year destination, we've got Curry's (funfair), which has regenerated all of Portrush and more families coming. You see grandfathers, sons, daughters, grandkids, there is so much to do. 'We all know about the golf, it sells itself but we've got the beaches and the surf, and new hotels. 'I call it Portmagic and it is Portmagic at the minute because people around the world are seeing a wonderful postcard of our peninsula.' Lauren Mullikin from Indiana was enjoying the golf with family, described the local scenery as beautiful. 'My dad has always wanted to go to the Open, and we took a family trip to Ireland in 1998, so he thought it would be a great time to get us all together – my sister lives in Germany – for his 70th birthday and celebrate,' she said. 'Portrush is beautiful, it's been so much fun, and everybody is so friendly and nice to talk to. 'We've done Shannon and Galway before but we have not been here before. 'The memories I will take away are spending time with my son, introducing him to golf, he's very interested in the idea of golf but doesn't really want to play it, and there was no way he was going to stand at the Open and watch it peacefully, so we had fun in Portrush. 'We're going to remember this forever, him exploring and doing a whole bunch of things that he's normally really scared of doing.' Eleanor Tunn and Sandy Sutherland, from the Scottish Highlands, took in two practice days as well as the first day of play on Thursday. 'We've been staying in the glamping village, just a stone's throw from the golf course but of course coming into the town as well, and trying a few bars,' Ms Tunn said. 'We're both really keen golfers, we went to Troon last year, and St Andrew's a couple of years ago. 'I'd never been to Ireland before so I wanted to tick that off my list … we've already said we fancy a golf trip here.' Mr Sutherland added: 'Where we're staying, you can look over the course, it's beautiful, it's one of the most scenic courses I've ever seen, stunning. 'The Open hasn't been in Ireland a lot so we thought we'd come, only the second time in 50 years. 'Seeing Rory in a home course was pretty cool as well after winning the Masters.' Denver Smith and his son, Matthew, from Dungannon, were cheering on both Rory McIlroy and Darren Clarke. 'We've a keen interest in the golf, Darren Clarke and, obviously, Rory, it's good to see the boys doing well and hopefully Darren will make the cut for the weekend and will thrive,' Denver said. 'We need another winner from Ireland, and hopefully this time it will be from the north of Ireland.' Matthew said they had also been to Portrush when it hosted the Open in 2019, and said it was much busier this time. 'The town is much busier, and even the course is busier, more people about,' he said.
Rhyl Journal
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Open golf has put Portrush on the map, say proud locals
Tens of thousands of people turned out for day two of the tournament, with some of the biggest crowds cheering for local hero Rory McIlroy as well as Dubliner Shane Lowry who scooped the Claret Jug the last time the Open came to Portrush in 2019. Almost 280,000 fans snapped up tickets for the Open, with many also enjoying the expansive beaches and hospitality despite the inclement weather. Broadcaster Alan Simpson said it is a phenomenon. 'It's the biggest sporting event ever in Ireland, and it's being held in the tiniest corner of the north west of Northern Ireland,' he said. 'It's putting Portrush on the map right across the world, I'm getting emails and messages from Canada, from China, Japan, all over the world, people saying, 'I didn't realise your beaches were so golden', they're not really talking about the golf, they're talking about the beaches and the view. 'You couldn't pay for this publicity, you just couldn't. 'The other good thing is you see the golfers socialising in Portrush, they come in, I chatted to Ricky Fowler and Patrick Cantlay the other evening just sitting having a meal. No one hassles them, it's that very Northern Ireland thing is welcoming. 'Portrush has now become a 12 months of the year destination, we've got Curry's (funfair), which has regenerated all of Portrush and more families coming. You see grandfathers, sons, daughters, grandkids, there is so much to do. 'We all know about the golf, it sells itself but we've got the beaches and the surf, and new hotels. 'I call it Portmagic and it is Portmagic at the minute because people around the world are seeing a wonderful postcard of our peninsula.' Lauren Mullikin from Indiana was enjoying the golf with family, described the local scenery as beautiful. 'My dad has always wanted to go to the Open, and we took a family trip to Ireland in 1998, so he thought it would be a great time to get us all together – my sister lives in Germany – for his 70th birthday and celebrate,' she said. 'Portrush is beautiful, it's been so much fun, and everybody is so friendly and nice to talk to. 'We've done Shannon and Galway before but we have not been here before. 'The memories I will take away are spending time with my son, introducing him to golf, he's very interested in the idea of golf but doesn't really want to play it, and there was no way he was going to stand at the Open and watch it peacefully, so we had fun in Portrush. 'We're going to remember this forever, him exploring and doing a whole bunch of things that he's normally really scared of doing.' Eleanor Tunn and Sandy Sutherland, from the Scottish Highlands, took in two practice days as well as the first day of play on Thursday. 'We've been staying in the glamping village, just a stone's throw from the golf course but of course coming into the town as well, and trying a few bars,' Ms Tunn said. 'We're both really keen golfers, we went to Troon last year, and St Andrew's a couple of years ago. 'I'd never been to Ireland before so I wanted to tick that off my list … we've already said we fancy a golf trip here.' Mr Sutherland added: 'Where we're staying, you can look over the course, it's beautiful, it's one of the most scenic courses I've ever seen, stunning. 'The Open hasn't been in Ireland a lot so we thought we'd come, only the second time in 50 years. 'Seeing Rory in a home course was pretty cool as well after winning the Masters.' Denver Smith and his son, Matthew, from Dungannon, were cheering on both Rory McIlroy and Darren Clarke. 'We've a keen interest in the golf, Darren Clarke and, obviously, Rory, it's good to see the boys doing well and hopefully Darren will make the cut for the weekend and will thrive,' Denver said. 'We need another winner from Ireland, and hopefully this time it will be from the north of Ireland.' Matthew said they had also been to Portrush when it hosted the Open in 2019, and said it was much busier this time. 'The town is much busier, and even the course is busier, more people about,' he said.
