Lexi Thompson's Next Chapter: Balancing Golf and Family Life

Tiburon Golf Club, USAWed Nov 20 2024
Golf star Lexi Thompson, at 29, is deciding to step back from full-time golf after the 2024 Solheim Cup. She's had a rollercoaster career, with eight LPGA wins and heartbreaking losses, like the 2021 U. S. Women’s Open. The media and fans have been a mixed bag for her. While fans cheer her on, the media spotlight can feel harsh. Thompson plans to retire to focus on her personal life, including marriage and starting a family. The 2024 season ends this weekend at the CME Group Tour Championship. Thompson hinted she might play a few events next season. She’s excited about the CME Group Tour Championship, one of her favorite events. Despite retiring, she’s open to playing in the 2026 Solheim Cup and maybe the 2025 CME Group Tour Championship. She might also show up at the Chevron Championship, which she's won before. Fans are curious if Thompson will play in other tournaments. It’s all about taking life one day at a time for her now.
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    How will Lexi Thompson's retirement impact the perception of athlete mental health and work-life balance in professional sports?
    Will Lexi Thompson's 'lonely' feeling change if she plays in front of fewer but more dedicated fans?
    Considering her love for signing autographs, will Lexi Thompson adopt a new autograph strategy post-retirement?

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