AIG Women's Open: Complete Round 3 Pairings and Tee Times at Royal Lytham

The third round of the 50th AIG Women’s Open unfolded at the historic Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire, and the tournament’s schedule was released in full detail for fans and players alike. The day’s pairings and tee times were meticulously arranged, offering a clear view of the competition as it entered the weekend phase. Leading the field, South Korean star Haeran Ryu entered the weekend with a one‑stroke advantage, positioning herself to chase a third consecutive major title. Ryu, currently ranked third in the world, found herself in the final group alongside Japan’s Shiho Kuwaki, creating an exciting showdown between two of the sport’s rising talents.

Close on Ryu’s heels was world number two Jeongeun "Jeeno" Thitikul, who sat two strokes back. Thitikul, still searching for her first major victory, was paired with American Solheim Cup hopeful Yealimi Noh for the third round.

This pairing highlighted the blend of established stars and emerging prospects that defines the Women’s Open. Further down the leaderboard, English players Lottie Woad and Charley Hull each trailed by five strokes, both hoping to secure a historic English major win.

Their presence added a local narrative to the tournament, as fans in the United Kingdom eagerly followed their progress. The field at the halfway point featured just 19 players under par, underscoring the difficulty of the Royal Lytham layout, while 68 of the 144 competitors had managed to stay at four over par or better.

This statistic reflected the challenging conditions and the high level of competition that characterizes a major championship. In addition to the individual battle for the title, the tournament also served as the final event in Team Europe’s qualification campaign for the upcoming Solheim Cup.

Swedish veteran Anna Nordqvist, who was eight strokes behind the leader, was slated to announce her captain’s picks live on Sky Sports News on Monday afternoon, adding another layer of intrigue for European fans. All tee times were listed in British Summer Time (BST), with American times provided where applicable. The schedule also marked amateurs with an (x) beside their names. The morning tee times began at 08:50 with Slovenia’s Pia Babnik teeing off alongside Czech Republic’s Sara Kouskova.

At 09:00, Belgium’s Manon de Roey paired with England’s Cara Gainer. The day continued with a series of international matchups: France’s Nastasia Nadaud and Japan’s Ayaka Furue at 09:10; Korea’s Hyojoo Kim with fellow Korean amateur Yunseo Yang at 09:20; and Australia’s Alison Lee joining compatriot Amelia Garvey at 09:30.

Further pairings included Spain’s Carla Tejedo Mulet with Thailand’s Patty Tavatanakit at 09:40, Sweden’s Maja Stark with South Africa’s Casandra Alexander at 09:50, and England’s Annabell Fuller with Germany’s Alexandra Forsterling at 10:05. The schedule proceeded with Japan’s Yuka Saso and Korea’s Amy Yang at 10:15, followed by Korea’s Jin Young Ko and Taiwan’s Wei Ling Hsu at 10:25. At 10:35, France’s Pauline Roussin‑Bouchard paired with Korea’s Mi Hyang Lee, while South Africa’s Ashleigh Buhai teamed up with Japan’s Chizzy Iwai at 10:45. The mid‑morning continued with Thailand’s Arpichaya Yubol and Korea’s Jenny Shin at 10:55, and a mixed group featuring Lindy Duncan and Japan’s Aki Iwai at 11:05.

The late morning saw Japan’s Yuna Araki paired with Korea’s Sei Young Kim at 11:20, followed by England’s Amanda Doherty and Alice Hewson at 11:30. The next tee times featured the Netherlands’ Dewi Weber with Canada’s Brooke Henderson at 11:40, and Australia’s Hannah Green alongside Japan’s Nasa Hataoka at 11:50.

Noon tee times brought Thailand’s Ariya Jutanugarn together with American Rose Zhang at 12:00, then Korea’s Minji Kang paired with Thailand’s Shannon Tan at 12:10. Spain’s Julia Lopez Ramirez and Japan’s Mao Saigo teed off at 12:20, while Sweden’s Anna Nordqvist joined Auston Kim at 12:35.

The early afternoon continued with Germany’s Esther Henseleit and Japan’s Rio Takeda at 12:45, followed by Thailand’s Aunchisa Utama and Yana Wilson at 12:55. England’s Kajsa Arwefjall and Mimi Rhodes paired at 13:05, and the marquee pairing of Nelly Korda with New Zealand’s Lydia Ko took place at 13:15. The schedule progressed with Australia’s Robyn Choi and Korea’s Jinhee Im at 13:25, France’s Celine Boutier paired with England’s Lottie Woad at 13:35, and Japan’s Minami Katsu teamed with Thailand’s Chanettee Wannasaen at 13:50.

At 14:00, England’s Charley Hull paired with Lauren Coughlin, while the 14:10 tee time featured Spain’s amateur Paula Martin Sampedro alongside American Lucy Li. The next slot at 14:20 saw China’s Jing Yan paired with Korea’s Soo Bin Joo. The final afternoon pairings included Yealimi Noh with world number two Jeongeun Thitikul at 14:30, followed by Shiho Kuwaki and tournament leader Haeran Ryu at 14:40. Fans were reminded throughout the release to use the Chrome browser for an optimal video player experience, ensuring smooth streaming of live coverage.

The tournament’s broadcast was available on Sky Sports, with additional streaming options offered without a contract, allowing viewers to follow the action from anywhere. The AIG Women’s Open not only showcased elite golf talent but also highlighted the global nature of the sport, with participants hailing from Europe, Asia, Oceania, Africa, and the Americas. As the weekend progressed, anticipation built around who would ultimately claim the coveted Claret Jug.

The live coverage continued on Saturday from midday, providing fans with real‑time updates, analysis, and the excitement of each swing and putt. The event promised to be a defining moment in the 2026 season, shaping the narratives for both the major championships and the forthcoming Solheim Cup.