Scottish Open – Jenny Shin Wins First Title in 10 Years
Key Questions
Who won the 2026 Women's Scottish Open?
Jenny Shin won the tournament with a wire-to-wire victory at -11, ending a 10-year win drought on the LPGA Tour.
How did Jenny Shin perform in the final round?
Shin shot a 75 in the final round but held on for the victory by two shots over A Lim Kim.
What personal challenges did Jenny Shin overcome to win?
Shin credited COVID with turning her life around and helping her rediscover her love for golf after a long drought.
Who finished in second and third place?
A Lim Kim finished solo second after a strong back-nine 33, while Pajaree Anannarukarn took solo third.
What qualification did Shin earn with the win?
The victory qualified Shin for the Tournament of Champions.
How did Shin describe her emotional reaction?
She celebrated with tears, champagne, and bagpipes, releasing a decade of bottled-up emotions.
What role did Shin's caddie play in the win?
Coverage highlighted the caddie's supportive role during the emotional victory at Dundonald Links.
Is this Shin's first or second LPGA title?
This marks Shin's second LPGA title overall and her first in more than 10 years.
Jenny Shin ended a decade-long win drought with a wire-to-wire victory at the Women's Scottish Open. She held on despite a final-round 75, finishing at -11. A Lim Kim solo second, Pajaree Anannarukarn solo third. Coverage includes emotional celebration, personal narrative, winning bag gear article, and world ranking jump to No. 36.