Jenny Shin and Lauren Coughlin share the first-round lead at the ISPS HANDA Women's Scottish Open, both posting impressive scores of six-under-par 66 at Dundonald Links. They hold a one-shot advantage over South Korea's A Lim Kim, with Sweden's Lisa Pettersson a further shot back at four under.

Conditions proved challenging, particularly in the afternoon winds, which affected several players. This included Charley Hull, who endured a difficult round, finishing at six over par after a costly quadruple bogey on the fifth hole. Hull had been attempting a birdie when her putt rolled off the green, leading to a series of struggles.

Defending champion Lottie Woad also found the going tough, going three over par in her opening four holes and ultimately carding a two-over-par 74. Solheim Cup captain Anna Nordqvist had a strong start, sitting at two under par for her round, though she dropped shots on two of her final three holes.

Shin and Coughlin's performance sets a strong pace in the early stages of the tournament, while other notable players faced significant hurdles in the blustery weather. The leaderboard reflects the demanding nature of the course and the unpredictable elements.