Renowned for her strength, accuracy, and tenacity, Lexi Thompson is one name that reverberates in world golf like a lingering tune. Though only 29, it feels like she has been competing for ages, a testament to her extraordinary skill and unrelenting commitment.
But the years on Tour and constant media glare have taken a toll, and barring a sudden change of mind, Thompson will call time on her glorious career at the culmination of the 2024 LPGA season. The 11-time LPGA champion announced her decision to retire from professional golf ahead of the 2024 US Women’s Open in May, a competition she first competed in as a 12-year-old prodigy, sending shockwaves all around.
While her decision will leave a vacuum on the LPGA, Thompson’s incredible career and impact will continue to inspire generations. Let’s rewind and chart her remarkable career and accomplishments.