Jenny Shin managed to edge out the competition at the ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open, clinching her first LPGA Tour triumph in ten years as the field turned its attention to next week’s AIG Women’s Open. The South Korean veteran finished the tournament at nine under par, two strokes ahead of fellow Korean A‑Lim Kim, despite a stumble on two of the final three holes that saw her card a three‑over 75 on Sunday. Shin had entered the final round with a comfortable five‑stroke lead over Thailand’s Pajaree Anannarukarn, but a string of three consecutive bogeys beginning on the sixth hole threatened to erode that cushion. Her resilience shone through when she recovered with birdies on holes 10 and 12, moves that proved decisive after Kim posted a strong four‑under 68 at the challenging Dundonald Links course.
The victory was especially poignant for Shin, who had not stood on an LPGA winner’s podium since her triumph at the Volunteers of America Texas Shootout in May 2016. In doing so, she became the first woman in three decades to endure a full decade between Tour victories, underscoring both the longevity of her career and the perseverance required to return to winning form.
In the post‑round interview, Shin admitted that her earlier title felt “accidental” and that she had struggled with a sense of entitlement at the time. "My first win didn’t really feel like a win," she said.
"I didn’t feel like I deserved it. It felt very accidental.
But this one definitely feels a lot different, feels like I earned it. I worked hard for it." Her words captured the emotional weight of finally achieving a hard‑earned success after years of near‑misses and relentless effort. Meanwhile, England’s defending champion Lottie Woad, who had captured the Scottish Open title in Ayrshire the previous year – her first professional victory following an amateur win at the Women’s Irish Open – struggled to replicate that form. Woad posted a one‑over 73 on Sunday, finishing the tournament at seven over par after a disastrous six‑over 78 on Saturday that largely defined her final standing.
Charley Hull, another notable name on the leaderboard, began the event with a shaky 78 but managed to climb to a shared 44th place after a 74 on the final day, ending the week at ten over par. Irish rising star Leona Maguire delivered a solid performance, securing a top‑10 finish with a final‑round 70 that left her one under for the tournament. Her consistency placed her among the leading players and highlighted her growing stature on the international stage. Alice Hewson, representing Great Britain, finished tied for 19th with a three‑over total, making her the highest‑placed British golfer in the field.
The tournament also featured the defending Women’s Open champion Miyu Yamashita, who had won the 2025 edition at Royal Porthcawl by two strokes over compatriot Minami Katsu and England’s Charley Hull. Yamashita posted a three‑under 71 in Scotland, tying for fifth place and positioning herself as a strong contender for the upcoming major at Royal Lytham & St Annes. World No. 1 Nelly Korda, fresh off victories at the Chevron Championship and the U.S.
Women’s Open, rounded out the top performers with a tied‑16th finish, posting a three‑under 69 on Sunday – her best round of the week – to end the Scottish Open at two over par. Absent from the Scottish Open was Ha‑Rin Ryu, the 2025 double major winner (Women’s PGA and Evian) who chose to skip the event in preparation for the upcoming major championships.
As the field now shifts its focus to the AIG Women’s Open, scheduled to run from Thursday to Sunday, fans can expect a packed broadcast schedule on Sky Sports Golf and Sky Sports Main Event, with streaming options available via NOW. The tournament will open at 9 a.m. each day, offering live coverage of the world’s top female golfers as they compete on the historic links of Royal Lytham & St Annes. Beyond the on‑course action, the Scottish Open weekend also highlighted the broader golf ecosystem.
Sky Sports promoted its WhatsApp channel for real‑time updates, video highlights, and in‑depth analysis, while also advertising its NOW streaming service for fans who prefer digital access. Golf enthusiasts were reminded of the extensive network of over 1,700 courses across the UK and Ireland, with a call to action to book tee times through the platform’s search feature, though a recent query returned no results, suggesting a need for users to refine their search parameters. In summary, Jenny Shin’s hard‑won victory at the ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open not only marked a personal comeback after a decade-long title drought but also set the stage for an exciting showdown at the AIG Women’s Open.
With a field stacked with major champions, rising talents, and seasoned veterans, the upcoming tournament promises high drama, fierce competition, and the chance for another historic moment in women’s golf. Fans and players alike will be watching closely as the world’s best prepare to test their skills on the storied dunes of Royal Lytham & St Annes.