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She Just Turned Pro—and She’s Already Taking Over Golf

Britain’s Lottie Woad became one of the top players in the world by demolishing professionals while she was still an amateur. Now, she’s ready to start winning majors.

Lottie Woad hits a tee shot during a practice round at Royal Porthcawl Golf Cub ahead of the Women’s British Open.
Lottie Woad hits a tee shot during a practice round at Royal Porthcawl Golf Cub ahead of the Women’s British Open. Photo: Nigel French/Zuma Press

Lottie Woad stood in the first tee box of Dundonald Links last week at the Scottish Open and felt a surge of jitters. The 21-year-old Brit was making her long-anticipated professional debut. 

An opening par settled her down. Then a birdie on the second made things familiar. 

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