Lottie Woad Wins Irish Open
Introduction to Victory
Lottie Woad, a 21-year-old English golfer, achieved a remarkable milestone by winning her first title at the KPMG Women's Irish Open held in Kildare. Currently ranked as the top amateur golfer globally, Woad's performance throughout the event showcased her talent and determination.
Leading Performance
Entering the final round with a commanding seven-shot lead, Woad had previously built a strong foundation with early rounds of 68 and two rounds of 67. Her consistent play set the stage for her to maintain control, as she made birdies on two of her first four holes.
Final Round Highlights
Woad's final round saw her navigating challenges skillfully, including a bogey on the fifth hole. She quickly responded with a birdie on the eighth, finishing the front nine with a score of 35. Her ability to stay focused helped her build her lead further, as she secured another birdie on the par-four 13th hole despite the pressure.
Closing the Tournament
Woad faced some challenges with another bogey on the par-five 15th, but quickly rebounded with a birdie on the par-three 16th and an easy birdie on the par-five 17th. She capped her performance with a par on the final hole, concluding the tournament with an impressive final score of 21 under par.
Leaderboard Overview
Finishing six strokes ahead of her closest competitor Madelene Sagstrom, Woad made history as the first amateur to win a Ladies European Tour title in three years. Due to her amateur status, the prize money was awarded to Sagstrom, who took second place, while Amelia Garvey from New Zealand finished third, followed by England’s Charley Hull in fourth.
