Woad Seals Victory with Birdie Finish

Amateur Star Claims Prestigious Title in Scotland

A stunning birdie on the final hole secured a triumphant victory for the former world number one amateur, capping a remarkable performance on Scotland’s west coast. The win marks a significant milestone as she transitions to the professional ranks.

A Dream Debut

Holding a two-shot advantage heading into the par-five 18th, the golfer expertly played a wedge shot to within tap-in range, clinching the win with a confident putt. Her understated reaction revealed a mixture of relief and satisfaction.

“It’s a pretty good outcome. I definitely wasn’t expecting to win but knew I was playing well and just hoping to contend.”

—Woad, Champion Golfer

The golfer admitted she was aware the competition was close at various points during the day, despite the limited visibility of scoreboards on the course. The presence of her family, including her father who attended all week and her mother who travelled up for the final round, added a personal touch to the achievement.

Building on Success

This victory follows her impressive amateur career, which included a win at the Irish Open. Last week, she turned professional, a move made after narrowly missing a play-off for a substantial prize at the Evian Championship, one of the women’s major tournaments. She now banks £220,000 in prize money from this event.

Her next major challenge is the Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl, where she is considered one of the frontrunners. This past season, women’s professional golf saw a record $1.2 million prize fund at the CME Group Tour Championship, highlighting the growing financial opportunities in the sport (LPGA Tour 2023).

“Even if I hadn’t won this week, I would still be trying to win the Open next week. It’s still a learning curve getting used to the attention.”

—Woad, Aspiring Major Champion

The golfer is embracing the transition to the professional circuit and the accompanying spotlight, demonstrating a strong mental fortitude as she faces new challenges and opportunities in the sport.