Lottie Woad Wins ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open on LPGA Debut

Lottie Woad, a 21-year-old English golfer, has made a historic impact on the LPGA Tour by winning the 2025 ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open in her professional debut, joining an exclusive list of players to achieve this feat. Woad, who turned professional after earning her LPGA card through the LEAP program, maintained a two-shot lead on the final day and finished with a score of 21-under par, beating major winner Hyo Joo Kim by three strokes. Prior to turning pro, she had remarkable performances as an amateur including winning the KPMG Women's Irish Open and finishing third at the Amundi Evian Championship, though she forfeited over $600,000 in prize money due to her amateur status. Despite this, Woad expressed little regret over the lost earnings, focusing instead on her consistent low scoring and composure under pressure against a strong field that included world number one Nelly Korda. Her victory is seen as a continuation of her steady rise, marked by a strong collegiate career and careful progression through amateur ranks, establishing her as a significant new talent in women’s golf. Woad’s win not only underscores her elite skill and mental toughness but also signals a promising future on the LPGA Tour.