The third round of the 50th AIG Women’s Open is set to unfold at the historic Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club in Lancashire, and the tournament’s pairing list and tee‑times have just been released. Heading into the weekend, South Korean star Haeran Ryu sits atop the leaderboard, holding a one‑stroke advantage as she pursues a third straight major triumph. She will be joined in the final group by fellow Korean Shiho Kuwaki, who is currently ranked third in the world. Just behind them, world number two Jeongeun "Jeeno" Thitikul is two shots off the lead, still yearning for her first major title.
Thitikul will tee off alongside American Solheim Cup hopeful Yealimi Noh in the third round. English hopefuls Lottie Woad and Charley Hull, both five strokes back, are also looking to make a splash and claim an English major victory. The field is already showing a tight distribution of scores. At the halfway point of what is the season’s final major, only 19 competitors have managed to break par, while a solid 68 of the 144‑player roster are sitting at four over or better.
This underscores the difficulty of the Royal Lytham layout, where strategic shot‑making and precise iron play are essential. In addition to the individual battle for the championship, this week’s event serves as the concluding chapter of Team Europe’s qualification campaign for the upcoming Solheim Cup.
Swedish veteran Anna Nordqvist, who currently trails the leaders by eight strokes, will announce her captain’s picks live on Sky Sports News on Monday afternoon, adding another layer of intrigue to the proceedings. All tee times are listed in British Summer Time (BST) unless otherwise noted, and the schedule includes a mix of seasoned professionals and emerging amateurs (denoted with an “x”).
Below is the full lineup for Round 3, organized by start time: 08:50 – Pia Babnik (Slovenia) and Sara Kouskova (Czech Republic) 09:00 – Manon de Roey (Belgium) and Cara Gainer (England) 09:10 – Nastasia Nadaud (France) and Ayaka Furue (Japan) 09:20 – Hyojoo Kim (South Korea) and Yunseo Yang (amateur, South Korea) 09:30 – Alison Lee (USA) and Amelia Garvey (Australia) 09:40 – Carla Tejedo Mulet (Spain) and Patty Tavatanakit (Thailand) 09:50 – Maja Stark (Sweden) and Casandra Alexander (South Africa) 10:05 – Annabell Fuller (England) and Alexandra Forsterling (Germany) 10:15 – Yuka Saso (Japan) and Amy Yang (South Korea) 10:25 – Jin Young Ko (South Korea) and Wei Ling Hsu (Chinese Taipei) 10:35 – Pauline Roussin‑Bouchard (France) and Mi Hyang Lee (South Korea) 10:45 – Ashleigh Buhai (South Africa) and Chizzy Iwai (Japan) 10:55 – Arpichaya Yubol (Thailand) and Jenny Shin (South Korea) 11:05 – Lindy Duncan (Scotland) and Aki Iwai (Japan) 11:20 – Yuna Araki (Japan) and Sei Young Kim (South Korea) 11:30 – Amanda Doherty (England) and Alice Hewson (England) 11:40 – Dewi Weber (Netherlands) and Brooke Henderson (Canada) 11:50 – Hannah Green (Australia) and Nasa Hataoka (Japan) 12:00 – Ariya Jutanugarn (Thailand) and Rose Zhang (USA) 12:10 – Minji Kang (South Korea) and Shannon Tan (Thailand) 12:20 – Julia Lopez Ramirez (Spain) and Mao Saigo (Japan) 12:35 – Auston Kim (South Korea) and Anna Nordqvist (Sweden) 12:45 – Esther Henseleit (Germany) and Rio Takeda (Japan) 12:55 – Aunchisa Utama (Thailand) and Yana Wilson (USA) 13:05 – Kajsa Arwefjall (Sweden) and Mimi Rhodes (England) 13:15 – Nelly Korda (USA) and Lydia Ko (New Zealand) 13:25 – Robyn Choi (Australia) and Jinhee Im (South Korea) 13:35 – Celine Boutier (France) and Lottie Woad (England) 13:50 – Minami Katsu (Japan) and Chanettee Wannasaen (Thailand) 14:00 – Charley Hull (England) and Lauren Coughlin (Ireland) 14:10 – Paula Martin Sampedro (amateur, Spain) and Lucy Li (USA) 14:20 – Jing Yan (China) and Soo Bin Joo (South Korea) 14:30 – Yealimi Noh (USA) and Jeeno Thitikul (Thailand) 14:40 – Shiho Kuwaki (Japan) and Haeran Ryu (South Korea) Fans are encouraged to watch the action live on Sky Sports throughout the weekend. Coverage will continue on Saturday from midday on Sky Sports Golf, and the tournament can also be streamed via the Sky Sports app without a contract. For the best viewing experience, especially for video playback, the broadcaster recommends using the Chrome browser. Beyond the on‑course drama, the AIG Women’s Open continues to grow in stature and global interest.
Since its inception, the championship has evolved from a modest event into one of the premier showcases of women’s golf, attracting top talent from every continent. The 2026 edition marks a significant milestone, not only because it is the 50th anniversary but also due to the deep field of international players, the heightened media coverage, and the integration of modern technology for fan engagement.
As the weekend progresses, all eyes will be on Ryu’s pursuit of a third consecutive major, a feat that would place her among the legends of the game. Meanwhile, the battle for the Solheim Cup captain’s picks adds a strategic dimension, as players aim to secure their spots on one of the sport’s most prestigious team events. Whether you are a seasoned follower of women’s golf or a newcomer, the third round at Royal Lytham promises compelling narratives, high‑stakes competition, and the chance to witness history in the making.