Hull & Woad provide hope for home Women's Open win
The previous two Women's Opens held at Royal Lytham and St Annes were won by British golfers - Charley Hull and Lottie Woad are hoping to make it three in a row this week.
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Notable Quotes
"I think he nearly quit the job then."
— Charley Hull , Athlete
"Frustrating, very frustrating."
— Charley Hull , Athlete
"But at the end of the day, it's just life. You're not going to die if you hit a bad shot. I just go out there and have fun."
— Charley Hull , Athlete
Key People
Catriona Matthew is a Scottish professional golfer and the 2009 Women's Open champion.
Charley Hull is an English professional golfer known for her impressive performances.
Georgia Hall is an English golfer who won the Women's Open in 2018.
Lottie Woad is an English golfer who nearly secured her third LPGA title.
Nelly Korda is a professional golfer and the world number one.
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The previous two Women's Opens held at Royal Lytham and St Annes were won by British golfers - Charley Hull and Lottie Woad are hoping to make it three in a row this week.
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