Lottie Woad continues to impress at the Women's Scottish Open, maintaining her two-shot lead with a remarkable performance at Dundonald Links. On Saturday, Woad carded a 5-under 67, highlighted by four birdies in a six-hole stretch around the turn. Her consistent play has kept her at the top of the leaderboard, as she aims for victory in her professional debut.

Woad's control over her game has been nothing short of spectacular. She went 33 consecutive holes without a bogey before finally dropping a shot on the 15th. Despite this minor setback, she quickly regained her composure, executing a perfect short wedge on the 17th to set up an 8-foot birdie putt, which she confidently converted. A closing par put her at 17-under 199, solidifying her lead.

Nanna Koerstz Madsen of Denmark, who briefly caught up with Woad after an eagle on the par-5 third hole, fell behind following Woad's birdie streak. However, Madsen rallied with three straight birdies and a couple of par saves to finish with a 67, leaving her two shots behind Woad. Sei Young Kim also remains in contention, two shots back after a 66 that included a long eagle putt on the 14th and a birdie on the par-5 closing hole.

Nelly Korda, despite a bogey-free round, could only manage two birdies on a relatively calm day by Scottish standards. Her 70 left her five shots behind Woad, who has already had a golden summer in Europe. Woad, who won the Augusta National Women's Amateur in 2024 and rose to No. 1 in the women's amateur ranking, claimed the Irish Women's Open three weeks ago on the Ladies European Tour. She also tied for third in the Evian Championship, earning her LPGA tour card.

Woad's decision to skip her senior year at Florida State and turn pro is paying off. She now has a chance to win in her debut, a feat matched by Rose Zhang two years ago. Woad expressed her excitement and determination, saying, 'That's the aim, to shoot as low as possible and keep giving myself chances. If someone shoots lights out, fair enough. I'm excited for the opportunity. I've got the experience, and I'll try to use that.'

The final round promises to be thrilling, with Woad, Madsen, and Kim in the final group. Korda, though five shots back, remains hopeful. 'Wasn't hitting it probably as good as I was the first two days,' Korda said. 'I made some really good par saves and just didn't really capitalize on some of my good shots. But that's golf. That's OK. I still have tomorrow.'

The Women's Scottish Open, co-sanctioned by the LPGA and the LET, continues to showcase the best in women's golf, with Woad leading the charge towards what could be a historic victory.