Shin closes in on 1st LPGA win in over 10 years at Scottish Open

Jenny Shin stands on the brink of ending a decade-long wait for a title. Heading into the final day of the Women's Scottish Open in Troon, the South Korean golfer holds a commanding five-stroke lead at Dundonald Links.

Shin carded a 1-under 71 on Saturday, moving her to 12 under for the tournament. She maintained her focus despite the conditions, recording two birdies against a single bogey after the turn. This performance keeps her firmly in control of the field as she pursues her first victory on the circuit since the Texas Shootout.

Pajaree Anannarukarn of Thailand provided the primary challenge during the third round. By shooting a bogey-free 69, she vaulted from fourth place into solo second. She now sits at 7 under, looking to close the gap on the leader during Sunday's play.

The rest of the leaderboard remains tightly packed. Erika Hara of Japan and Germany's Esther Henseleit share third place at 5 under par. A Lim Kim follows them in fifth position at 3 under, after finishing her round at 2 over 74.

With only 18 holes remaining, the tournament remains Shin's to lose. Her experience throughout the week at Dundonald Links has kept her ahead of the pack, but the final round will test her resolve as she attempts to secure a win she has sought for over ten years.