England’s World No.1 Amateur Lottie Woad Turns Pro: A Star is Born

by Sports Desk

🌟 From Amateur Queen to Pro Tour Star

England’s golf prodigy Lottie Woad, the reigning World No.1 amateur, has officially turned professional after a sensational run in 2025.
The 21-year-old confirmed her move after earning an LPGA Tour card with a T3 finish at the Evian Championship — highlighted by a blistering final-round 64.


📊 Lottie Woad’s Career Highlights

CategoryDetails
Age21
CountryEngland
College CareerFlorida State University (record 70.42 stroke avg)
Top Amateur WinAugusta National Women’s Amateur (2024)
First Pro Title (Amateur)2025 Women’s Irish Open (LET) – won by 6 strokes
Major Pro BreakthroughT3 at 2025 Evian Championship (secured LPGA card)

🛫 What’s Next for Woad?

Upcoming TournamentDateTour
Women’s Scottish OpenJuly 24–27LPGA
AIG Women’s Open (Royal Porthcawl)July 31–Aug 3Major

Woad is now eligible for full LPGA Tour membership through 2026 and also holds Ladies European Tour (LET) status.


🗣️ What She Said

“This is the dream. Playing on the LPGA Tour was always the goal, and now I’m ready to take that next step.”
Lottie Woad


📈 Why It Matters

  • Historic Path: First amateur to earn LPGA status via LEAP system (no Q‑School needed).

  • Europe’s Next Star: Poised to become England’s brightest golf talent since Georgia Hall.

  • Momentum Machine: Dominating LET events, excelling in majors — and she’s only 21.


🧾 Editor’s Take

Woad’s journey from Augusta’s fairways to the LPGA is the stuff of golf dreams. With her calm under pressure, strong iron play, and fearless attitude, she’s not just entering the pro circuit — she’s entering as a contender.

“From the amateur elite to the world stage, Lottie Woad is golf’s next global superstar.”

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