"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," said Hull.
Woad Ready for Links Test
Woad, who turned professional a year ago after winning the 2025 Women's Scottish Open, enters her third AIG Women's Open feeling prepared for the coastal terrain.
"Last year, Dundonald was very soft," said Woad. She contrasted last year's setup with the traditional firm links conditions expected at Royal Lytham.
"It wasn't quite links golf, but this year it very much was. So I'm feeling a lot more [prepared] in that aspect," said Woad.
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Woad highlighted the specific tactical demands of the course.
"Just seeing those knockdown shots and seeing how much it's going to run. And there are a lot of bunkers.
So you've just got to try and miss all of them and there are a lot off the tee," said Woad.
Reflecting on her rapid adjustment to professional competition, Woad discussed managing expectations despite close calls in recent events.
"Definitely I've learned a lot," said Woad. She noted the mental challenges of playing every week against world-class competition.
"I think it's quite easy to get frustrated and down yourself.
You're playing every week and obviously all expectations are to try and win and pretty much every week you're not," said Woad.
Recalling her childhood memories of watching English predecessor Georgia Hall win the title at Royal Lytham in 2018, Woad highlighted the inspiration she drew from past champions.
