New LPGA commissioner Craig Kessler, who has officially been on the job for just nine days, saw an opportunity to put the newest superstar on his tour into an international spotlight in the final round. Earlier this month, Woad captured the Ladies European Tour’s KPMG Women’s Irish Open by six shots while still playing as an amateur.

Two Italian players were in the field. Benedetta Moresco had a very consistent performance, finishing 21st with a 283 (70 71 71 71, -5), and Alessandra Fanali finished 50th with a 289 (74 71 72 72, +1