South Korean professional Jenny Shin kept a commanding five‑stroke advantage after the third round of the Women’s Scottish Open, moving ever closer to clinching her first LPGA Tour win since the Texas Shootout more than a decade ago. Shin had been leading the field from the moment she finished the first 18 holes, and she solidified her position on Saturday with a solid 71, one under par, on day three. Her total after 54 holes stood at 12 under par, a full five strokes ahead of Thailand’s Pajaree Anannarukarn, who posted a flawless 69 to surge from fourth place into second.
Japan’s Erika Hara (71) and Germany’s Esther Henseleit (73) were tied for third, two shots back at five under. Korea’s A Lim Kim occupied fifth place at three under, while Japan’s Miyu Yamashita and 2024 champion Lauren Coughlin trailed by a further stroke. Shin reflected on the round, saying, "It was a very tough round, I was quite nervous for the first five holes, so I’m really glad that I was able to finish the day in red numbers. It was a pretty boring and nerve‑wracking day at the same time." She admitted a brief lapse on the tenth hole, noting, "I changed my setup this week because of all the wind, but out of habit I lined up the putt and reverted to my old setup.
I shut the face. I knew what I was doing, so I was able to get back into it pretty easily." The Korean star emphasized the fundamentals that have kept her in contention: "The key is definitely hitting the fairways and then giving myself opportunities to get on the green.
I have a pretty decent short game, so I wasn’t too worried when I missed the green because I was in the right spots." Her confidence in her short‑game abilities allowed her to recover from occasional misses without losing momentum. When asked about the psychological pressure of holding a five‑stroke lead, Shin confessed, "I’ve never been in this position before, so I don’t know how to feel. I’m going to practice a little and get a good feel for tomorrow so I’m not such a mess in the morning. The first putt on my first hole today I didn’t really know what I was looking at, so hopefully tomorrow will be better because I experienced all the nerves on the front nine today." Solheim Cup veteran Esther Henseleit offered her perspective on the tournament, noting the challenges she faced: "It’s been playing tough all week.
I feel like on those first two holes, I got a bit unlucky with my lies. I had to accept that bogey, and then I played pretty good after. I didn’t really hit it very close today, so didn’t have many birdie chances, but I managed to get a couple on the back nine." The final round of the ISPS HANDA Women’s Scottish Open is set to be broadcast live on Sky Sports Golf and Sky Sports + from midday on Sunday. Golf fans can also stream the event through NOW and other platforms, with options to watch without a long‑term contract.
In addition to the tournament coverage, Sky Sports offers a range of related content, including the Sky Sports Golf Podcast and live schedules for other major events. Beyond the competition itself, the tournament highlights the broader appeal of golf tourism in the United Kingdom and Ireland. With more than 1,700 courses across the region, players and enthusiasts can easily find a venue to practice or play a round.
Online tools allow users to enter a course name, city, or postal code to locate nearby facilities and compare pricing, making the sport more accessible to a wider audience. As the weekend draws to a close, all eyes will be on Shin as she attempts to convert her sizable lead into a historic victory. A win would not only end her ten‑year LPGA title drought but also reaffirm her status as one of the game’s most resilient competitors. The pressure will be immense, but Shin’s calm, methodical approach and solid short‑game fundamentals suggest she is well‑equipped to handle the challenge.
Whether she secures the trophy or settles for a runner‑up finish, her performance at the Women’s Scottish Open has already re‑energized her career and provided a compelling storyline for fans of the sport.