Esther Henseleit’s 67 Puts Her in Contention at British Women’s Open
The German made five birdies and one bogey to close within reach of leader Haeran Ryu after the third round.
- On Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026, 27-year-old Esther Henseleit shot a 4-under 67 at the British Women's Open at Royal Lytham, England, moving into title contention.
- Henseleit, a member of Europe's Solheim Cup team, made four birdies on the front nine and added another before her only bogey on the par-4 15th hole.
- "I would say the first nine holes are probably the easier ones," Henseleit said, explaining her strategy to capitalize on shorter holes and par-5s during the round.
- Overnight leader Haeran Ryu slipped out of the lead after a bogey on the par-3 12th hole while chasing a third consecutive major title.
- Shiho Kuwaki and Yealimi Noh moved into a tie for the lead at 6-under overall, while Ayaka Furue climbed to 2-under after shooting a 65.
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Esther Henseleit's 67 puts her in contention after 3 rounds at the British Women’s Open
Esther Henseleit has shot a 4-under 67 in the third round at the British Women’s Open to elevate herself into title contention.
Esther Henseleit’s 67 puts her in contention after Round 3 of AIG Women’s Open
LYTHAM ST. ANNES, England — Esther Henseleit shot a 4-under 67 in the third round at the British Women’s Open on Saturday to elevate herself into title contention. The 27-year-old German made four birdies on the front nine and added another on No. 11 before her only bogey of the day on the par-4 15th at Royal Lytham & St. Annes. “I would say the first nine holes are probably the easier ones, so I kind of want to take…
Esther Henseleit plays a strong round at the British Open. Before the final round, the Olympic second place is second.
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