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Jenny Shin Holds Five-Shot Lead at Women’s Scottish Open

A 12-under total from steady play leaves her poised to end a decade-long LPGA win drought in Sunday’s final round.

Overview

  • Shin shot a one-under 71 in round three to stand at 12-under 204 through 54 holes and carry a five-shot lead into the final round on Saturday.
  • Firm, fast fairways and strong wind at Dundonald Links produced volatile scoring with only a handful of players under par and a high scoring average early in the event.
  • Several high-profile players struggled or withdrew, including Charley Hull’s nine on a hole in round one, world No. 1 Nelly Korda dropping over par, and Minjee Lee withdrawing with illness.
  • The cut fell at six over par with 65 players advancing to the weekend, leaving just seven players under par after 54 holes.
  • A win would be Shin’s first LPGA victory in about 10 years and could shape her momentum ahead of the AIG Women’s British Open and late Solheim Cup selection conversations.